Electricity rates in Sierra Vista, AZ
Sierra Vista (43,355 people, Cochise County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Arizona Public Service Co. pay about 17.08¢/kWh, 11% more than the Arizona average.
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Electric companies serving Sierra Vista
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.08¢ | $165 | 1.29M | 73 |
| Sulphur Springs Valley E C | Electric cooperative | 14.69¢ | $108 | 46K | 92 |
Power outages in Cochise County right now
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Outage history in Cochise County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 169 | 36 |
| Days with outages | 19 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 718,642 (895.8%) | 8,138 (10.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-03 | 2025-07-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (169 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Huachuca City 14.7¢
- Sierra Vista Southeast 17.1¢
- Whetstone 14.7¢
- Tombstone 17.1¢
- Bisbee 17.1¢
- Saint David 14.7¢
- Naco 17.1¢
- Benson 17.1¢
- Corona de Tucson 14.9¢
- Nogales 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 85635, 85636, 85650, 85671
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sierra Vista?
Most homes in Sierra Vista get power from Arizona Public Service Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.08¢/kWh including all charges. The Arizona average is 15.40¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Sierra Vista: Sulphur Springs Valley E C (14.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sierra Vista?
About $165 a month, based on 966 kWh a month (the average for Arizona Public Service Co. customers) at 17.08¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Sierra Vista, AZ?
2 utilities serve Sierra Vista's ZIP codes: Arizona Public Service Co., Sulphur Springs Valley E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sierra Vista?
In 2025, customers in Cochise County averaged 36 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-23, when 8,138 customers (10.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.