Electricity Metering Calculator — Convert Meter Readings to Guest Bills

Meter Readings

Meter Start Reading (kWh)

Meter End Reading (kWh)

Rate Per kWh ($)

Your utility's rate per kilowatt-hour

Connection Fee ($)

Flat fee per stay or billing period

Markup (%)

To cover meter maintenance and billing costs

Bill Breakdown

Total Guest Bill

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kWh Used —

Base Electricity Cost —

Markup Amount —

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How It Works

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Read the Meters

Record the meter reading when the guest arrives and when they leave. Enter both readings and the calculator does the math.

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Set Your Rates

Enter your utility's kWh rate, any connection fee, and your desired markup percentage to cover metering equipment and billing costs.

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Generate the Bill

Get a clear breakdown showing kWh used, base cost, markup, and total bill. Use this for transparent, fair billing that guests can understand.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I meter electricity or include it in the site rate?

Metering is fairer and more profitable, especially for long-term stays. An RV running AC all day can use $15-25 in electricity daily, while a tent site might use $1-2. Including electricity in the rate means low-usage guests subsidize high-usage ones. Most modern RV parks are moving to metered billing.

What is a fair markup on electricity?

Most campgrounds mark up electricity 10-20% above their utility cost. This covers the cost of meter equipment, reading/billing labor, and wire maintenance. Some parks charge a flat connection fee ($3-10) instead of a percentage markup. Check local regulations, as some areas cap utility resale markups.

How much electricity does a typical RV use per day?

It depends heavily on climate and usage. An RV running air conditioning uses 30-50 kWh per day. Without AC, typical usage is 5-15 kWh per day for lighting, charging, refrigeration, and water heating. In winter with electric heating, usage can exceed 50 kWh per day.