Electricity rates in Artesia, NM
Artesia (12,036 people, Eddy County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Public Service Co. pay about 12.43¢/kWh, 19% less than the New Mexico average.
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Electric companies serving Artesia
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.43¢ | $121 | 101K | 235 |
| Central Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.73¢ | $112 | 6,167 | 326 |
| Otero County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.88¢ | $111 | 17K | — |
| Rio Grande Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.96¢ | $113 | 232 | 195 |
Power outages in Eddy County right now
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Outage history in Eddy County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 126 | 172 |
| Days with outages | 42 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,034 (10.6%) | 1,852 (6.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-11 | 2025-06-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (126 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 88210, 88211
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Artesia?
Most homes in Artesia get power from Southwestern Public Service Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.43¢/kWh including all charges. The New Mexico average is 15.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Artesia: Central Valley Electric Co-op (9.73¢), Otero County Electric Co-op (19.88¢), Rio Grande Electric Co-op (18.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Artesia?
About $121 a month, based on 973 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Public Service Co. customers) at 12.43¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Artesia, NM?
4 utilities serve Artesia's ZIP codes: Southwestern Public Service Co., Central Valley Electric Co-op, Otero County Electric Co-op, Rio Grande Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Artesia?
In 2025, customers in Eddy County averaged 2 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-21, when 1,852 customers (6.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.