WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Altoona
Wisconsin
Wisconsin
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Altoona
January
$638highestFebruary
$388March
$293April
$204May
$170June
$166lowestJuly
$179August
$170September
$166lowestOctober
$178November
$285December
$487Carbon Emissions
1,887 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,553 kWh
Altoona's energy comes from Coal, Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, Wind, and Hydroelectric. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Altoona's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 27%. Nuclear provides 16% of the energy in Altoona. Solar provides 9% of the energy in Altoona. Wind provides 5% of the energy in Altoona. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Altoona.
40%
Coal
27%
Natural Gas
16%
Nuclear
9%
Solar
5%
Wind
3%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
882 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,934
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Altoona 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 | up to $500/peak kW + $100/kW | Xcel Energy | See Details |
Xcel Energy - Wisconsin has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 14¢ to 15¢ |
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