WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Salem
Oregon
Oregon
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Salem
January
$227highestFebruary
$217March
$171April
$161May
$138June
$132lowestJuly
$138August
$136September
$135October
$151November
$194December
$209Carbon Emissions
425 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,156 kWh
Salem's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Wind, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 48% of Salem's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 39%. Wind provides 10% of the energy in Salem. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Salem.
48%
Hydroelectric
39%
Natural Gas
10%
Wind
2%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,169 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$18,861
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
16 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Salem 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.
Salem Electric has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Schedule 1- Residential Overhead Service | Fixed | 8¢ |
| Schedule-2 Residential Underground Service | Fixed | 8¢ |
Portland General Electric Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential TOU Portfolio Option | TOU | 11¢ to 47¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 19¢ to 20¢ |
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