Electricity rates in Chama, NM
Chama (1,004 people, Rio Arriba County) is served by Kit Carson Electric Co-op. Homes on Kit Carson Electric Co-op pay about 15.93¢/kWh, 4% more than the New Mexico average.
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Electric companies serving Chama
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kit Carson Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.93¢ | $79 | 26K | 305 |
Power outages in Rio Arriba County right now
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Outage history in Rio Arriba County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,728 | 1,578 |
| Days with outages | 111 | 90 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,234 (102.9%) | 12,115 (172.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-07 | 2025-11-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,728 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Dulce 16.0¢
- Navajo 17.0¢
- Questa 15.9¢
- Arroyo Seco 15.9¢
- Ohkay Owingeh 16.0¢
- Taos 15.9¢
- Ranchos de Taos 15.9¢
- Taos Pueblo 15.9¢
- Española 16.0¢
- Santa Clara Pueblo 16.0¢
ZIP codes: 87520
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chama?
Most homes in Chama get power from Kit Carson Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 15.93¢/kWh including all charges. The New Mexico average is 15.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Chama?
About $79 a month, based on 495 kWh a month (the average for Kit Carson Electric Co-op customers) at 15.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Chama, NM?
Kit Carson Electric Co-op serves Chama.
How often does the power go out in Chama?
In 2025, customers in Rio Arriba County averaged 26 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 90 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-19, when 12,115 customers (172.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.