Electricity rates in Hobbs, NM
Hobbs (38,416 people, Lea County) is served by 3 electric utilities. 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 Hobbs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.43¢ | $121 | 101K | 235 |
| Lea County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.21¢ | $121 | 7,292 | 243 |
| Central Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.73¢ | $112 | 6,167 | 326 |
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: 88240, 88241, 88242, 88244
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hobbs?
Most homes in Hobbs 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Hobbs: Lea County Electric Co-op (11.21¢), Central Valley Electric Co-op (9.73¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hobbs?
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 Hobbs, NM?
3 utilities serve Hobbs's ZIP codes: Southwestern Public Service Co., Lea County Electric Co-op, Central Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hobbs?
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.