Electricity rates in Carlsbad, NM
Carlsbad (28,957 people, Eddy County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Central Valley Electric Co-op pay about 9.73¢/kWh, 36% less than the New Mexico average.
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Electric companies serving Carlsbad
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.73¢ | $112 | 6,167 | 326 |
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.43¢ | $121 | 101K | 235 |
| 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: 88220, 88221
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carlsbad?
Most homes in Carlsbad get power from Central Valley Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 9.73¢/kWh including all charges. The New Mexico average is 15.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Carlsbad: Southwestern Public Service Co. (12.43¢), Otero County Electric Co-op (19.88¢), Rio Grande Electric Co-op (18.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Carlsbad?
About $112 a month, based on 1,149 kWh a month (the average for Central Valley Electric Co-op customers) at 9.73¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Carlsbad, NM?
4 utilities serve Carlsbad's ZIP codes: Central Valley Electric Co-op, Southwestern Public Service Co., 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 Carlsbad?
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.