Actual electricity bill ranking

We now know that there is a difference in electricity rates calculated from the basic charge and the metered charge, but the amount of electricity used also differs depending on the region. So which region has the cheapest electricity rates when you actually live there? We have compiled this information based on data from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.

Average annual and monthly electricity bills for households with 2 or more people
1st place Hokuriku: 14,476 yen
2nd place: Tohoku: 12,687 yen
3. Shikoku: 12,092 yen
4. Hokkaido: 11,658 yen
5. China: 11,358 yen
6. Tokai: 10,897 yen
7. Kanto: 10,384 yen
8. Okinawa: 10,131 yen
9th place Kinki: 10,074 yen
10. Kyushu: 9,960 yen
Source: Statistics Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Annual Report on Household Income and Expenditures (Household Income and Expenditures), 2019 (Reiwa 1)

Looking at the actual electricity bills,
The cheapest electricity rates were in the Hokuriku region.
Electricity prices are the highest.

In contrast, electricity prices in the Kanto region are not that high.
The result was that it wasn't too expensive.

The annual average difference between 1st and 10th place is 4,500 yen
This will have an impact on household finances.

Reasons for differences in actual electricity prices

The difference in the actual electricity bill is
This is because it uses a lot of electricity.
Electricity usage varies depending on the climate of each region as well as the
Due to differences in lifestyle
It makes a big difference.

Climate Differences

At the top of the electricity bill rankings are:
There are many areas with cold climates.
In colder climates, heating costs are higher,
The amount of electricity used tends to increase.

Air conditioning also consumes electricity,
In comparison, heating consumes more electricity.
It is said that there are many.

When a large amount of electricity is used temporarily,
Because the high unit price of the pay-per-use fee is applied,
Electricity bills tend to be high.

On the other hand, the climate is relatively mild.
In the Kinki and Kyushu regions,
Electricity prices are also cheaper.

Differences in housing size and family structure

The size of the house and the family structure also vary by region.
It has its own unique features.
The high electricity prices in rural areas are due in part to climate factors.
There are many detached houses with large floor space.
It is affecting us.
On the other hand, in areas with many urban residences, such as Kanto and Kinki,
Because there are many compact houses and apartments
The electricity consumption is not so high.
It can be said that in rural areas, large families
whereas in urban areas there are more nuclear families.
This also means that the total electricity bill
It is affecting us.

summary

Electricity rates vary depending on the region.
Simply put, the difference between the basic fee and the pay-per-use fee is
It seems impossible to compare.

The actual amount of electricity used is
Depending on the climate, temperature and lifestyle of each region,
Because it's different.

Local electricity rates and new power companies' electricity rates
When comparing, simply compare the basic fee and the pay-per-use fee.
Rather than comparing,
How much electricity does your family use?
You need to think about it.
Take this opportunity to check your monthly electricity bill.
Why not take another look at it?