WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Fargo
North Dakota
North Dakota
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Fargo
January
$433highestFebruary
$376March
$203April
$138May
$104June
$103lowestJuly
$112August
$106September
$103lowestOctober
$115November
$211December
$328Carbon Emissions
1,960 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,750 kWh
Fargo's energy comes from Coal, Wind, Hydroelectric, and Natural Gas. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Fargo's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 42%. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Fargo. Natural Gas provides 4% of the energy in Fargo.
49%
Coal
42%
Wind
5%
Hydroelectric
4%
Natural Gas
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,065 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$11,508
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
15 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Fargo can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Xcel Energy - North Dakota has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICES(Electric Space Heating) | Fixed | 9¢ to 12¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME OF DAY SERVICE(Standard) | TOU | 6¢ to 22¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICES(Standard) | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME OF DAY SERVICE(Electric Space Heating) | TOU | 6¢ to 22¢ |
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