Electricity rates in Apache Junction, AZ
Apache Junction (38,074 people, Pinal County) is served by 8 electric utilities. Homes on Salt River Project pay about 14.10¢/kWh, 8% less than the Arizona average.
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Electric companies serving Apache Junction
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt River Project | Public power district | 14.10¢ | $161 | 1.07M | 66 |
| Arizona Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.08¢ | $165 | 1.29M | 73 |
| Trico Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 15.02¢ | $138 | 54K | 90 |
| Electrical Dist No3 Pinal County | Public power district | 14.09¢ | $163 | 33K | 30 |
| USBIA-San Carlos Project | Federal utility | 16.46¢ | $142 | 12K | — |
| Electrical Dist No2 Pinal County | Public power district | 13.39¢ | $131 | 5,592 | 141 |
| Tohono O'Odham Utility Authority | Public power district | 13.51¢ | $251 | 4,047 | — |
| Gila River Indian Utility Authority (GRICUA) | Electric cooperative | 14.34¢ | $202 | 2,707 | 264 |
Power outages in Pinal County right now
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Outage history in Pinal County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 347 | 206 |
| Days with outages | 94 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 33,580 (36.5%) | 8,576 (9.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-23 | 2025-08-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (347 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gold Canyon 17.1¢
- Queen Creek 14.1¢
- Gilbert 14.1¢
- San Tan Valley 14.1¢
- Mesa 20.7¢
- Gold Camp 17.1¢
- Fountain Hills 14.1¢
- San Carlos 13.6¢
- Chandler 14.1¢
- Tempe 14.1¢
ZIP codes: 85117, 85119, 85120, 85178
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Apache Junction?
Most homes in Apache Junction get power from Salt River Project, where residential customers pay an average of 14.10¢/kWh including all charges. The Arizona average is 15.40¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Apache Junction: Arizona Public Service Co. (17.08¢), Trico Electric Cooperative (15.02¢), Electrical Dist No3 Pinal County (14.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Apache Junction?
About $161 a month, based on 1,143 kWh a month (the average for Salt River Project customers) at 14.10¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Apache Junction, AZ?
8 utilities serve Apache Junction's ZIP codes: Salt River Project, Arizona Public Service Co., Trico Electric Cooperative, Electrical Dist No3 Pinal County, USBIA-San Carlos Project, Electrical Dist No2 Pinal County, Tohono O'Odham Utility Authority, Gila River Indian Utility Authority (GRICUA). Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Apache Junction?
In 2025, customers in Pinal County averaged 3 hr 26 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-26, when 8,576 customers (9.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.