Electricity rates in Carson City, NV
Carson City (58,639 people, Douglas County) is served by Sierra Pacific Power Co.. Homes on Sierra Pacific Power Co. pay about 13.26¢/kWh, 1% less than the Nevada average.
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Electric companies serving Carson City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pacific Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.26¢ | $88 | 335K | 288 |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 471 | 1,146 |
| Days with outages | 70 | 54 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,331 (59.4%) | 26,782 (111%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-23 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (471 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Indian Hills 13.3¢
- Johnson Lane 13.3¢
- Dayton 13.3¢
- Incline Village 13.3¢
- Minden 13.3¢
- Kingsbury 13.3¢
- Gardnerville 13.3¢
- East Valley 13.3¢
- Gardnerville Ranchos 13.3¢
- Reno 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 89701, 89702, 89703, 89705, 89706, 89711, 89712, 89713, 89714, 89721
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carson City?
Most homes in Carson City get power from Sierra Pacific Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.26¢/kWh including all charges. The Nevada average is 13.36¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Carson City?
About $88 a month, based on 663 kWh a month (the average for Sierra Pacific Power Co. customers) at 13.26¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Carson City, NV?
Sierra Pacific Power Co. serves Carson City.
How often does the power go out in Carson City?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 19 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 54 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 26,782 customers (111%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.