WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Orient

South Dakota

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The State of Electricity in Orient

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

Average monthly bill

January

$377highest

February

$337

March

$182

April

$136

May

$114

June

$109lowest

July

$119

August

$115

September

$111

October

$119

November

$209

December

$288

Carbon Emissions

245 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,444 kWh

Where does Orient’s electricity come from?

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

68%

Wind

20%

Hydroelectric

6%

Coal

4%

Natural Gas

2%

Solar

Solar energy in Orient

The state of solar in Orient

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

$12,330

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

12 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Orient

Dakota Energy Coop Inc

Dakota Energy Coop Inc Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
ResidentialFixed11¢ to 12¢

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