Electricity rates in Wells, NV
Wells (1,261 people, Elko County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Mt Wheeler Power pay about 9.60¢/kWh, 28% less than the Nevada average.
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Electric companies serving Wells
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Wheeler Power | Electric cooperative | 9.60¢ | $123 | 5,175 | — |
| Wells Rural Electric Co. | Electric cooperative | 10.74¢ | $111 | 4,653 | — |
Power outages in Elko County right now
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Outage history in Elko County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 497 | 676 |
| Days with outages | 62 | 59 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,055 (83.1%) | 3,277 (45%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-25 | 2025-07-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (497 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Spring Creek 13.3¢
- Elko 13.3¢
- West Wendover 9.6¢
- Jackpot 10.7¢
- Carlin 13.3¢
- Battle Mountain 13.3¢
- McGill 9.6¢
- Ely 9.6¢
- Winnemucca 13.3¢
- Lovelock 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 89835
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wells?
Most homes in Wells get power from Mt Wheeler Power, where residential customers pay an average of 9.60¢/kWh including all charges. The Nevada average is 13.36¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Wells: Wells Rural Electric Co. (10.74¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wells?
About $123 a month, based on 1,286 kWh a month (the average for Mt Wheeler Power customers) at 9.60¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Wells, NV?
2 utilities serve Wells's ZIP codes: Mt Wheeler Power, Wells Rural Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wells?
In 2025, customers in Elko County averaged 11 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 59 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-21, when 3,277 customers (45%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.