Electricity rates in Whetstone, AZ
Whetstone (2,617 people, Cochise County) is served by Sulphur Springs Valley E C. Homes on Sulphur Springs Valley E C pay about 14.69¢/kWh, 5% less than the Arizona average.
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Electric companies serving Whetstone
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 17.1¢
- Tombstone 17.1¢
- Saint David 14.7¢
- Sierra Vista Southeast 17.1¢
- Benson 17.1¢
- Bisbee 17.1¢
- Corona de Tucson 14.9¢
- Vail 14.9¢
- Naco 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 85616, 85636
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Whetstone?
Most homes in Whetstone get power from Sulphur Springs Valley E C, where residential customers pay an average of 14.69¢/kWh including all charges. The Arizona average is 15.40¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Whetstone?
About $108 a month, based on 733 kWh a month (the average for Sulphur Springs Valley E C customers) at 14.69¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Whetstone, AZ?
Sulphur Springs Valley E C serves Whetstone.
How often does the power go out in Whetstone?
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.