Electricity rates in Surprise, AZ
Surprise (143,148 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 Surprise
| 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
- El Mirage 17.1¢
- Sun City West 17.1¢
- Youngtown 17.1¢
- Sun City 17.1¢
- Peoria 14.1¢
- Citrus Park 17.1¢
- Litchfield Park 17.1¢
- Glendale 14.1¢
- Tolleson 17.1¢
- Avondale 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 85374, 85378, 85379, 85387, 85388
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Surprise?
Most homes in Surprise 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 Surprise?
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 Surprise, AZ?
Arizona Public Service Co. serves Surprise.
How often does the power go out in Surprise?
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.