Electricity rates in Ruidoso, NM
Ruidoso (7,739 people, Lincoln County) is served by 2 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 Ruidoso
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of NM | Investor-owned utility | 16.91¢ | $94 | 497K | 125 |
| Otero County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.88¢ | $111 | 17K | — |
Power outages in Lincoln County right now
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Outage history in Lincoln County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 5,949 | 1,078 |
| Days with outages | 108 | 129 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,995 (234.1%) | 8,373 (93.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-03-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (5,949 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ruidoso Downs 16.9¢
- Mescalero 16.9¢
- Capitan 19.9¢
- Tularosa 16.9¢
- La Luz 16.9¢
- Alamogordo 19.9¢
- Boles Acres 19.9¢
- Holloman Air Force Base 9.9¢
- Roswell 19.9¢
- Dexter 12.4¢
ZIP codes: 88345, 88355
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ruidoso?
Most homes in Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso: Otero County Electric Co-op (19.88¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ruidoso?
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 Ruidoso, NM?
2 utilities serve Ruidoso's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of NM, Otero County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ruidoso?
In 2025, customers in Lincoln County averaged 17 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 129 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-14, when 8,373 customers (93.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.