Electricity rates in Pahrump, NV
Pahrump (36,441 people, Nye County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Valley Electric Association pay about 16.44¢/kWh, 23% more than the Nevada average.
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Electric companies serving Pahrump
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 16.44¢ | $186 | 23K | 93 |
| Nevada Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.28¢ | $117 | 933K | 71 |
Power outages in Nye County right now
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Outage history in Nye County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 122 | 108 |
| Days with outages | 27 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,061 (7.7%) | 1,217 (4.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-21 | 2025-10-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (122 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Summerlin South 13.3¢
- Spring Valley 13.3¢
- Enterprise 13.3¢
- Las Vegas 13.3¢
- Paradise 13.3¢
- North Las Vegas 13.3¢
- Winchester 13.3¢
- Sunrise Manor 13.3¢
- Nellis Air Force Base 13.3¢
- Whitney 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 89041, 89048, 89060, 89061
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pahrump?
Most homes in Pahrump get power from Valley Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 16.44¢/kWh including all charges. The Nevada average is 13.36¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Pahrump: Nevada Power Co. (13.28¢).
What is the average electric bill in Pahrump?
About $186 a month, based on 1,130 kWh a month (the average for Valley Electric Association customers) at 16.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Pahrump, NV?
2 utilities serve Pahrump's ZIP codes: Valley Electric Association, Nevada Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Pahrump?
In 2025, customers in Nye County averaged 108 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-12, when 1,217 customers (4.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.