Electricity rates in Winnemucca, NV
Winnemucca (7,887 people, Humboldt County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Sierra Pacific Power Co. pay about 13.26¢/kWh, 1% less than the Nevada average.
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Electric companies serving Winnemucca
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Pacific Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.26¢ | $88 | 335K | 288 |
| Surprise Valley Electrification | Electric cooperative | 14.41¢ | $116 | 6 | — |
Power outages in Humboldt County right now
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Outage history in Humboldt County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 631 | 1,427 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,867 (51.5%) | 8,373 (88.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-04 | 2025-08-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (631 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Battle Mountain 13.3¢
- Lovelock 13.3¢
- Carlin 13.3¢
- Elko 13.3¢
- Spring Creek 13.3¢
- Fallon 13.3¢
- Fernley 13.3¢
- Silver Springs 13.3¢
- Spanish Springs 13.3¢
- Stagecoach 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 89445, 89446
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Winnemucca?
Most homes in Winnemucca 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Winnemucca: Surprise Valley Electrification (14.41¢).
What is the average electric bill in Winnemucca?
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 Winnemucca, NV?
2 utilities serve Winnemucca's ZIP codes: Sierra Pacific Power Co., Surprise Valley Electrification. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Winnemucca?
In 2025, customers in Humboldt County averaged 23 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-24, when 8,373 customers (88.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.