Utah Electricity Rates: Rocky Mountain Power Guide

Utah Electricity Rates: Rocky Mountain Power Guide

Utah is served primarily by Rocky Mountain Power, a division of PacifiCorp. The state's electricity landscape is evolving with significant renewable energy investments.

Rocky Mountain Power Utah

Rocky Mountain Power serves approximately 900,000 customers in Utah.

Rate Structure

• Customer Charge: ~$6/month
• Energy Charge: Tiered based on usage
• Energy Balancing Account: Fuel cost recovery
• Renewable Energy Rider: Clean energy costs

Average residential rate: approximately 11.2 cents per kWh - below national average.

Tiered Rate Structure

Rocky Mountain Power uses tiered pricing:

• Tier 1 (first 400 kWh): Lowest rate
• Tier 2 (401-1000 kWh): Higher rate
• Tier 3 (over 1000 kWh): Highest rate

This encourages conservation and keeps bills lower for moderate users.

Utah's Energy Mix

Utah's electricity comes from:

1. Coal - declining but still significant
2. Natural gas - growing share
3. Wind - major investments in Wyoming
4. Solar - increasing in Utah

Energy Assistance Programs

• HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target)
• Weatherization Assistance Program
• Rocky Mountain Power payment plans
• LIHEAP through DWS

Tips for Utah Residents

1. Stay in lower tiers if possible - significant savings
2. Consider time-of-use rates for EV charging
3. Explore solar - good sun exposure
4. Take advantage of rebates for efficient equipment