WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Bison

South Dakota

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The State of Electricity in Bison

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

Average monthly bill

January

$380

February

$382highest

March

$204

April

$145

May

$117

June

$106lowest

July

$112

August

$111

September

$111

October

$117

November

$238

December

$295

Carbon Emissions

256 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,510 kWh

Where does Bison’s electricity come from?

Bison's energy comes from Wind, Hydroelectric, Coal, Natural Gas, and Solar. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 68% of Bison's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 20%. Coal provides 6% of the energy in Bison. Natural Gas provides 4% of the energy in Bison. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Bison.

68%

Wind

20%

Hydroelectric

6%

Coal

4%

Natural Gas

2%

Solar

Solar energy in Bison

The state of solar in Bison

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

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Energy generated by average sized system

$10,768

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Bison

Grand Electric Coop, Inc

Grand Electric Coop, Inc Rates

Grand Electric Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Schedule A - Farm and ResidentialFixed6¢ to 9¢

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