Electricity rates in La Huerta, NM
La Huerta (1,246 people, Eddy County) is served by 4 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 La Huerta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.43¢ | $121 | 101K | 235 |
| Otero County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.88¢ | $111 | 17K | — |
| Central Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.73¢ | $112 | 6,167 | 326 |
| Rio Grande Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.96¢ | $113 | 232 | 195 |
Power outages in Eddy County right now
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Outage history in Eddy County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 126 | 172 |
| Days with outages | 42 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,034 (10.6%) | 1,852 (6.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-11 | 2025-06-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (126 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 88220
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in La Huerta?
Most homes in La Huerta 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 La Huerta: Otero County Electric Co-op (19.88¢), Central Valley Electric Co-op (9.73¢), Rio Grande Electric Co-op (18.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in La Huerta?
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 La Huerta, NM?
4 utilities serve La Huerta's ZIP codes: Southwestern Public Service Co., Otero County Electric Co-op, Central Valley Electric Co-op, Rio Grande Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in La Huerta?
In 2025, customers in Eddy County averaged 2 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-21, when 1,852 customers (6.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.