Southern Nevada Faces Smaller Hit Than Northern Counterparts (Image Credits: Pixabay)
Las Vegas – Southwest Gas Corporation submitted its annual rate adjustment application to the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada last November, proposing increases that would affect natural gas customers across the state.[1][2]
Southern Nevada Faces Smaller Hit Than Northern Counterparts
The proposal outlines a 2.8 percent increase for the average single-family residential customer in Southern Nevada, adding $1.19 to monthly bills.[2] Northern Nevada customers would encounter a steeper 10.7 percent rise, amounting to $6.39 more per month.[3]
These changes stem from a statewide revenue boost of approximately $12.8 million requested by the utility.[1] The adjustments target various surcharges tied to operational costs.
| Region | Annual Average Bill | Summer Average | Winter Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Nevada | $43.57 | $26.74 | $60.40 |
| Northern Nevada | $66.30 | $30.62 | $101.98 |
Figures reflect estimated bills post-increase based on typical usage patterns, such as 37 therms annually in the south and 56 in the north.[1]
Annual Filings Ensure Cost Recovery Review
Nevada law mandates that natural gas utilities like Southwest Gas file an annual rate adjustment application each November.[4] This process allows the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada to scrutinize the prudence of gas procurement and related expenses from the prior year…