Electricity rates in Clayton, NM
Clayton (2,774 people, Union County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Co of NM pay about 16.91¢/kWh, 10% more than the New Mexico average.
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Electric companies serving Clayton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of NM | Investor-owned utility | 16.91¢ | $94 | 497K | 125 |
| Springer Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 22.31¢ | $110 | 2,423 | — |
| Southwestern Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 25.72¢ | $137 | 1,435 | — |
| Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (OK) | Electric cooperative | 31.94¢ | $27 | 7 | — |
Power outages in Union County right now
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Outage history in Union County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,364 | 717 |
| Days with outages | 3 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,583 (378.7%) | 1,576 (377%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-17 | 2025-09-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,364 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Raton 22.3¢
- Tucumcari 12.4¢
- Angel Fire 15.9¢
- Las Vegas 16.9¢
- Taos Pueblo 15.9¢
- Arroyo Seco 15.9¢
- Taos 15.9¢
- Santa Rosa 17.7¢
- Ranchos de Taos 15.9¢
- Questa 15.9¢
ZIP codes: 88415
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Clayton?
Most homes in Clayton get power from Public Service Co of NM, where residential customers pay an average of 16.91¢/kWh including all charges. The New Mexico average is 15.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Clayton: Springer Electric Co-op (22.31¢), Southwestern Electric Co-op (25.72¢), Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (OK) (31.94¢).
What is the average electric bill in Clayton?
About $94 a month, based on 555 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Co of NM customers) at 16.91¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Clayton, NM?
4 utilities serve Clayton's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of NM, Springer Electric Co-op, Southwestern Electric Co-op, Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (OK). Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Clayton?
In 2025, customers in Union County averaged 11 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-10, when 1,576 customers (377%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.