Electricity rates in Tempe, AZ
Tempe (175,826 people, Maricopa 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 Tempe
| 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 |
| City of Mesa | Municipal utility | 20.67¢ | $170 | 16K | 52 |
| USBIA-San Carlos Project | Federal utility | 16.46¢ | $142 | 12K | — |
| 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 |
| Town of Wickenburg | Municipal utility | 7.66¢ | $143 | 1,508 | — |
| Ocotillo Water Conserv. Dist. | Public power district | 10.15¢ | — | 0 | — |
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 Junction 17.1¢
- Guadalupe 14.1¢
- Mesa 20.7¢
- San Carlos 13.6¢
- Scottsdale 17.1¢
- Gilbert 14.1¢
- Paradise Valley 17.1¢
- Chandler 14.1¢
- Phoenix 17.1¢
- Sun Lakes 14.1¢
ZIP codes: 85280, 85281, 85282, 85283, 85284, 85285, 85287, 85288
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tempe?
Most homes in Tempe 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 Tempe: Arizona Public Service Co. (17.08¢), City of Mesa (20.67¢), USBIA-San Carlos Project (16.46¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tempe?
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 Tempe, AZ?
8 utilities serve Tempe's ZIP codes: Salt River Project, Arizona Public Service Co., City of Mesa, USBIA-San Carlos Project, Tohono O'Odham Utility Authority, Gila River Indian Utility Authority (GRICUA), Town of Wickenburg, Ocotillo Water Conserv. Dist.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Tempe?
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.