Electricity rates in Eunice, NM
Eunice (3,136 people, Lea County) is served by Southwestern Public Service Co.. 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 Eunice
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.43¢ | $121 | 101K | 235 |
Power outages in Lea County right now
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Outage history in Lea County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 83 | 109 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,315 (2.8%) | 1,047 (2.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-04 | 2025-01-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (83 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 88231
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Eunice?
Most homes in Eunice 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Eunice?
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 Eunice, NM?
Southwestern Public Service Co. serves Eunice.
How often does the power go out in Eunice?
In 2025, customers in Lea County averaged 109 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-10, when 1,047 customers (2.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.