Electricity rates in Sun City, AZ
Sun City (37,499 people, Maricopa County) is served by Arizona Public Service Co.. Homes on Arizona Public Service Co. pay about 17.08¢/kWh, 11% more than the Arizona average.
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Electric companies serving Sun City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- Youngtown 17.1¢
- Peoria 14.1¢
- El Mirage 17.1¢
- Surprise 17.1¢
- Sun City West 17.1¢
- Glendale 14.1¢
- Litchfield Park 17.1¢
- Tolleson 17.1¢
- Citrus Park 17.1¢
- Avondale 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 85351, 85372, 85373
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sun City?
Most homes in Sun City 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Sun City?
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 Sun City, AZ?
Arizona Public Service Co. serves Sun City.
How often does the power go out in Sun City?
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.