WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Memphis
Tennessee
Tennessee
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Memphis
January
$235highestFebruary
$153March
$120April
$119lowestMay
$134June
$142July
$154August
$147September
$133October
$127November
$122December
$154Carbon Emissions
893 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,142 kWh
Memphis's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 33% of Memphis's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 31%. Coal provides 21% of the energy in Memphis. Hydroelectric provides 13% of the energy in Memphis. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Memphis.
33%
Natural Gas
31%
Nuclear
21%
Coal
13%
Hydroelectric
1%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
927 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,825
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Memphis Light, Gas and Water has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| TIME-OF-USE RESIDENTIAL RATE | TOU | 11¢ to 20¢ |
| Standard Residential Rate | Fixed | 12¢ to 13¢ |
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