The estimated yearly cost includes GST for a household in the Tasmanian Networks zone. We've used postcode 7249 to help you get an idea of prices, however, these may vary slightly depending on where you live. Always double-check plan details that matter to you.
It's important to understand the different tariffs and electricity rates in Tasmania work as these will determine how much you end up paying for electricity.
There are 5 different tariffs available. Before we get into rates and description just keep in mind:
The most common combination of tariffs is Tariff 31 (lights and power) and Tariff 41 (heating and hot water).
Customers looking to get on Tariff 93 (time of use) will need a smart meter.
Tariff 62 is a controlled load tariff applicable to certain residential properties. It'll kick in during off-peak, night period only. It may be used for water and space heating.
Here's a look at electricity rates offered by retailers on the different tariff types.
The best electricity provider in TAS for April 2024 is Energy Locals based on its Energy Locals Online Member plan.
Pros
One of the best rates available for electricity customers in TAS
2023 Finder Green Award winner for Green Energy Retailer of the Year
100% carbon neutral plans at no extra cost to you
Australian-based customer support
No credit card fees
Who is the best gas provider in TAS and Hobart?
If you live in the gas zone you're limited in choice between Tas Gas or Aurora Energy, so there's no real best option as their rates are similar.
Gas rates for residential customers
Supplier
Daily supply charge
Usage charge
Tas Gas
57 cents per day
4.191 cents per MJ
Aurora Energy
57 cents per day
4.17 cents per MJ
These rates are accurate as of September 2022.
Good to know. Anyone needing a new gas connection will need to contact Tas Gas for installation. You will be charged a service fee depending on the type of appliances you plan to run using gas. For example, Tas Gas has a $300 fee for standard connections.
You can enter your address on the Tas Gas website and see if your home is on the pipeline locator. If no results pop up simply fill an expression of interest form and someone will get back to you.
Greenest energy providers in Tasmania
According to the most recent Green Electricity Guide by Greenpeace, the top 2 retailers in Tasmania for great green energy credentials are:
1st Energy is last on the list with a score of 3.54/10.
Available energy rebates and concessions in Tasmania
To qualify for energy concessions in Tasmania, you'll need to meet a set of eligibility requirements that usually includes holding a valid concession card.
Annual electricity concession
This provides a daily discount to eligible customers as a cents per day rate.
You must have an eligible concession card.
The current amount is 157.460 cents per day.
Call your electricity retailer and they can sort it out for you.
Heating allowance
This is for pensioners who do not have more than $1,750 in cash assets if they're single. Married or de facto pensioners cannot have more than $2,750.
Available to people who hold a Services Australia or DVA Pensioner Concession Card and receive any of the following payments:
Age Pension
Carer Payment
Disability Support Pension (DSP)
Parenting Payment
Service Pension
$56 per year. Two payments of $28 are made on 15 May and 15 September.
You can apply online or request a form by email or phone.
Life support concession
This concession offers a daily discount and assists people who are on life support or live with someone who is.
You or someone you live with needs to be on life support at your current place of resident and have an approved device.
This will vary depending on the device you're using. The discount rates vary between 41.412 and 219.930 cents per day.
Complete this application form, have it certified by your medical practitioner and send it to your energy provider.
Medical cooling or heating concession
This is a daily discount for Tasmanians who have a medical condition that requires constant heating or cooling.
You will need to meet the medical requirements certified by a medical practitioner and also hold a Services Australia or DVA Pensioner Concession Card, or a Services Australia Health Card.
The current concession rate is 47.163 cents per day.
Complete the application form, have it certified by a medical practitioner and submit it to your energy provider.
Frequently asked questions
Tasmania may get less sunshine than many other states in Australia but it's still possible to reap the benefits of installing solar and recoup the upfront costs in just a few years.
Expect to pay between $5,000 to $10,000 for a 6.6kWh system and receive at least 8.883c/kWh minimum feed-in tariff in Tasmania (as set by the Tasmanian Energy Regulator for 2022-2023).
You can rest assured that strict regulatory measures for solar in the state means you will receive high quality installations.
There are no solar rebates available in Tasmania but you could access the federal government's STC (Small-scale Technology Certificate) program.
It's for residential solar installations and is considered a discount voucher of sorts.
Depending on where you live or how big the solar system you want installed is, the STCs you're eligible for will vary and so will the subsequent rebate amount.
There's no need to apply for it. Your solar retailer will apply the discount after carrying out checks.
Taking Aurora Energy as an example, the annual bill for residential customers for general usage or controlled tariff is $2,052 for the typical non-concession customer.
The annual bill for a typical concession customer for Tariffs 31 and 41 is much lower and estimated to be $1,195.
These figures were taken from the Tasmanian Energy Regulator's September 2021 report. However, the current energy crisis might increase the yearly costs so you should use this information with some caution.
According to the Tasmanian Energy Regulator's September 2021 report, the yearly bill for Tas Gas and Aurora Energy customers is $1,398 and $1,407 respectively. This is based on an annual consumption level of 30,000 MJ.
TasNetworks distributes electricity to all of Tasmania. This is good to know in case there's a power outage and you need to report it or keep up to date.
Tas Gas is responsible for distributing gas throughout the state.
Currently, your choice of electricity providers are limited to 1st Energy, CovaU, Aurora Energy and Energy Locals.
That's because GEE Energy and Glow Power have switched off their market offers and aren't onboarding new customers.
Tasmanian customers may receive their electricity supply under either a standing offer contract or a market retail contract.
Unlike standing offers, market offer contracts allow you to negotiate rates with your energy provider and get a discount.
At the moment, Aurora Energy is the only energy provider required to offer regulated standing offer contracts.
Good to know. Standing offer prices are based on a 'building block' method meaning it takes into account the various costs incurred to supply electricity as determined by the Tasmanian Economic Regulator.
Peak and off peak times determine your usage charges on Tariff 93.
Peak time. Monday to Friday, 7am to 10am and 4pm to 9pm
Off peak. Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and 9pm to 7am; all weekends are off peak (Saturday to Sunday)
Mariam Gabaji is an editor and tech and utilities expert at Finder with over 11+ years of experience in print and digital media. Her main goal is to help households cut through the industry jargon and save money on their household bills. Her expertise is often featured in media including the ABC, Yahoo Finance, 9News, 7News, A Current Affair, The Guardian, SBS and Money Magazine.
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