WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Elgin
South Carolina
South Carolina
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Elgin
January
$223highestFebruary
$193March
$151April
$146lowestMay
$166June
$175July
$189August
$177September
$166October
$157November
$150December
$181Carbon Emissions
649 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,081 kWh
Elgin's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 55% of Elgin's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Coal provides 18% of the energy in Elgin. Solar provides 3% of the energy in Elgin. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Elgin.
55%
Nuclear
22%
Natural Gas
18%
Coal
3%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,023 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$18,253
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Elgin 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.
Fairfield Electric Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 10¢ to 11¢ |
| Prepay Service | Fixed | 10¢ to 11¢ |
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