Local News, but the weird plus to it all is that we have one of the lowest energy costs in the country.
Researchers at WalletHub compared average energy bills from all 50 states to account for electricity, natural gas, motor fuel, and home heating oil. Their findings led WalletHub to rank Texas 47th when it comes to high energy costs, making it the 4th lowest in the U.S. between Nebraska and Kansas.WalletHub claims the average total energy cost is about $437 per month; compare that with Wyoming, which has the highest energy cost in the country at a total cost of $1,591.
The Lone Star State was also ranked 15th when it came to the price of natural gas, 16th when it came to motor fuel consumption per driver, and 27th for the price of electricity. But before you take this opportunity to crank up your A/C, this doesn’t mean we shouldn’t take precautions to save energy.For that reason, it might be a good idea to shop around to ensure you’re getting a plan that suits your needs.Follow the four-by-four principle.
During the summer months, setting your thermostat four degrees higher when you’re away from home for more than four hours can help reduce electricity usage and costs. When your thermostat is set below 78°F, each degree cooler can increase your costs by up to seven percent. While the suggested temperature for ideal energy use in the summer is 78°, we know a comfortable temperature setting is a personal preference.