WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Wahpeton

North Dakota

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The State of Electricity in Wahpeton

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Wahpeton

Average monthly bill

January

$436highest

February

$363

March

$191

April

$131

May

$102

June

$101lowest

July

$110

August

$103

September

$101lowest

October

$113

November

$200

December

$298

Carbon Emissions

1,889 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,687 kWh

Where does Wahpeton’s electricity come from?

Wahpeton's energy comes from Coal, Wind, Hydroelectric, and Natural Gas. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Wahpeton's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 42%. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Wahpeton. Natural Gas provides 4% of the energy in Wahpeton.

49%

Coal

42%

Wind

5%

Hydroelectric

4%

Natural Gas

Solar energy in Wahpeton

The state of solar in Wahpeton

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

0 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$13,050

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

15 years

Payback period

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Net metering policies in Wahpeton 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.

Utilities in Wahpeton

Dakota Valley Elec Coop IncOtter Tail Power Co

Dakota Valley Elec Coop Inc Rates

Dakota Valley Elec Coop Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Irrigation RateFixed
Electric Heat - Single-PhaseFixed
Dual heat - Multi-phase and consumer-owned generationFixed4¢ to 6¢
Dual heat - Demand Meters Monthly Discount RateFixed3¢ to 4¢
Controlled Grain Drying - Off Season - Subject to Extended Periods of ControlFixed-3¢
Dual Heat- Submetered.Fixed4¢ to 6¢
Controlled Grain Drying - Off Season - Subject to Moderate Periods of ControlFixed-1¢
Controlled Water Heaters - Storage Capacity over 80 Gallons with Sub-meterFixed-3¢
Irrigation Incentive RateFixed
Electric Heat - Demand Meters Monthly Discount RateFixed

Otter Tail Power Co Rates

Otter Tail Power Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
RESIDENTIAL DEMAND CONTROL SERVICE(RDC)Fixed7¢ to 800¢

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