Electricity rates in Columbus, NM
Columbus (1,625 people, Luna 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 Columbus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of NM | Investor-owned utility | 16.91¢ | $94 | 497K | 125 |
| El Paso Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 9.89¢ | $71 | 97K | 116 |
| Columbus Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.29¢ | $266 | 5,052 | — |
| Sierra Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.18¢ | $162 | 4,469 | 167 |
Power outages in Luna County right now
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Outage history in Luna County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 71 | 39 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 11 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,890 (11.8%) | 1,443 (9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-21 | 2025-06-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (71 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Deming 16.9¢
- Keeler Farm 16.9¢
- San Miguel 9.9¢
- Mesilla 9.9¢
- La Union 9.9¢
- Santa Teresa 9.9¢
- Mesquite 9.9¢
- San Ysidro 16.9¢
- Vado 9.9¢
- Las Cruces 9.9¢
ZIP codes: 88029
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbus?
Most homes in Columbus 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 Columbus: El Paso Electric Co. (9.89¢), Columbus Electric Co-op (16.29¢), Sierra Electric Co-op (18.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Columbus?
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 Columbus, NM?
4 utilities serve Columbus's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of NM, El Paso Electric Co., Columbus Electric Co-op, Sierra Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Columbus?
In 2025, customers in Luna County averaged 39 min without power. Outages hit 11 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-03, when 1,443 customers (9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.