WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Sumter
South Carolina
South Carolina
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Sumter
January
$216highestFebruary
$198March
$155April
$150lowestMay
$164June
$177July
$193August
$179September
$169October
$160November
$152December
$186Carbon Emissions
657 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,095 kWh
Sumter's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 55% of Sumter's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Coal provides 18% of the energy in Sumter. Solar provides 3% of the energy in Sumter. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Sumter.
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.
1,196 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$17,833
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Sumter 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Light Fixtures | Varies | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $350 | Duke Energy Progress | See Details |
Black River 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 | 0¢ |
| PrePaid | Fixed | 0¢ |
Duke Energy - South Carolina has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| Residential Service (Three Phase) | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
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