Rebuild a flat-rate electricity statement
The energy charge and the amount due are different figures. This sample first bill shows how 460 kWh, a flat rate and a fixed service fee fit together.
Open CalculatorInputs and calculation
| Tool input | Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | USD |
| Utility | Electricity (kWh) |
| Metered usage | 460 |
| Tariff type | Flat rate |
| Price per billing unit (USD) | 0.18 |
| Service fee (USD) | 10 |
| Tax on usage plus service fee (%) | 0 |
460 × 0.18 + 10 = 92.80.
Tool result · USD 92.80
| Tool input | Value |
|---|---|
| Currency | USD |
| Utility | Electricity (kWh) |
| Metered usage | 400 |
| Tariff type | Flat rate |
| Price per billing unit (USD) | 0.18 |
| Service fee (USD) | 10 |
| Tax on usage plus service fee (%) | 0 |
400 × 0.18 + 10 = 82.00.
Tool result · USD 82.00
What the comparison shows
The reduction is worth 10.80 at the sample rate. The account still owes the full service charge.
Assumptions and limits
Use the tariff for the billing period. The sample statement has no demand or time-of-use charges.
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