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
$110February
$101March
$98April
$90May
$109June
$185July
$209highestAugust
$195September
$133October
$92November
$88lowestDecember
$114Carbon Emissions
451 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,016 kWh
Memphis's energy comes from Nuclear, Coal, Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, and Solar. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 33% of Memphis's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 28%. Natural Gas provides 27% of the energy in Memphis. Hydroelectric provides 10% of the energy in Memphis. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Memphis.
33%
Nuclear
28%
Coal
27%
Natural Gas
10%
Hydroelectric
2%
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 |
| Standard Residential Rate | Fixed | 10¢ to 11¢ |
| TIME-OF-USE RESIDENTIAL RATE | TOU | 9¢ to 18¢ |
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