Electricity rates in Mesa, AZ
Mesa (471,825 people, Maricopa County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Mesa pay about 20.67¢/kWh, 34% more than the Arizona average.
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Electric companies serving Mesa
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Mesa | Municipal utility | 20.67¢ | $170 | 16K | 52 |
| 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 |
Power outages in Maricopa County right now
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Outage history in Maricopa County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 83 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 33,772 (1.9%) | 62,447 (3.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-25 | 2025-08-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (83 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tempe 14.1¢
- Gilbert 14.1¢
- San Carlos 13.6¢
- Tempe Junction 17.1¢
- Scottsdale 17.1¢
- Chandler 14.1¢
- Guadalupe 14.1¢
- Paradise Valley 17.1¢
- Fountain Hills 14.1¢
- Phoenix 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 85201, 85202, 85203, 85204, 85205, 85206, 85207, 85208, 85209, 85210, 85211, 85212, 85213, 85214, 85215, 85216, 85274, 85275, 85277
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mesa?
Most homes in Mesa get power from City of Mesa, where residential customers pay an average of 20.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Arizona average is 15.40¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Mesa: Salt River Project (14.10¢), Arizona Public Service Co. (17.08¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mesa?
About $170 a month, based on 822 kWh a month (the average for City of Mesa customers) at 20.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Mesa, AZ?
3 utilities serve Mesa's ZIP codes: City of Mesa, Salt River Project, Arizona Public Service Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mesa?
In 2025, customers in Maricopa County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-26, when 62,447 customers (3.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.