Grant County, NM: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Grant County, New Mexico Electricity Rates & Statistics

Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics

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Grant County, New Mexico Electricity Overview

When calculating by total customers, Public Service Company of New Mexico is the largest provider in Grant County.

Throughout the past 12 months, Grant County experienced a 2.54% drop in CO2 emissions per capita.

The US national average residential price per kilowatt hour is 16.01 cents, while residents of Grant County benefit from an average rate that is 2.12% less at 15.67 cents per kilowatt hour.

Grant County is the 4th worst polluting county in the state when considering pollution per person.

Grant County generates 0.07 megawatt hours per capita each year from solar energy, giving the county a ranking of 22nd out of 33 counties in New Mexico for this category.

While many counties try to inhibit non-renewable fuel sources, Grant County's non-renewable fuel burning in their power facilities has increased by 285.96% throughout the past year.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    384,067 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    13.63 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    74,447 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    1,998 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    72,449 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    2.64 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    157,310,102 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    5,582.73 kg

Silver City, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour for customers in Silver City, which is 7.25% above the average state price of 14.18 cents and 5.00% below the nationwide average of 16.01 cents. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of New Mexico. The average residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $87.93 per month, while the state average is $95.46. Patrons in the city have a 7.89% markdown compared to the rest of the state.

All of the electricity sold in Silver City has to be brought in from neighboring cities and rural areas, as there are no electricity generation plants within its borders. Approximately 47,049,419.16 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city from electricity consumption each year. Averaging 4,853.46 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 108th highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Silver City

Silver City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.162/kWh$0.125/kWh$141.21/mo.$52.52/mo.
203rd15.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Silver City
254th$87.93Average residential monthly electricity bill for Silver City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Silver City, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of New MexicoBUNDLED15.2187.933,391,687515,774,000

Bayard, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour for customers in Bayard, which is 7.25% above the average state price of 14.18 cents and 5.00% below the nationwide average of 16.01 cents. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of New Mexico. The average residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $87.93 per month, while the state average is $95.46. Patrons in the city have a 7.89% markdown compared to the rest of the state.

All of the electricity sold in Bayard has to be brought in from neighboring cities and rural areas, as there are no electricity generation plants within its borders. Approximately 10,541,710.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city from electricity consumption each year. Averaging 4,853.46 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 7th highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Bayard

Bayard residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.162/kWh$0.125/kWh$141.21/mo.$52.52/mo.
203rd15.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Bayard
254th$87.93Average residential monthly electricity bill for Bayard Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Bayard, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of New MexicoBUNDLED15.2187.933,391,687515,774,000

Zips with electric coverage in Bayard, New Mexico include: 88023, 88043, 88041

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Santa Clara, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour for customers in Santa Clara, which is 7.25% above the average state price of 14.18 cents and 5.00% below the nationwide average of 16.01 cents. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of New Mexico. The average residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $87.93 per month, while the state average is $95.46. Patrons in the city have a 7.89% markdown compared to the rest of the state.

All of the electricity sold in Santa Clara has to be brought in from neighboring cities and rural areas, as there are no electricity generation plants within its borders. Approximately 8,842,999.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the city from electricity consumption each year. Averaging 4,853.46 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 108th highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Santa Clara

Santa Clara residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.162/kWh$0.125/kWh$141.21/mo.$52.52/mo.
203rd15.21¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Santa Clara
254th$87.93Average residential monthly electricity bill for Santa Clara Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Santa Clara, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Public Service Company of New MexicoBUNDLED15.2187.933,391,687515,774,000

Zips with electric coverage in Santa Clara, New Mexico include: 88023, 88026, 88041, 88022

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Electricity Production in Grant County, New Mexico

Power Plants in Grant County, New Mexico

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Chino MinesFreePort-McMoRan-Corp-Chino Mines (100.00%)
Grant County NM Natural Gas 72,44947,058,860.94649.54
Silver City WWTP PV ProjectAffordable Solar Silver City (100.00%)
Grant County NM Solar 1,998

Grant County, New Mexico Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Grant County is home to 2 power plants, which is 17th highest in New Mexico. Coming in as the 1371st worst ranked county in the country, the county releases 157,310,101.87 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 emissions per person in the county, which amounts to 5,582.73 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation the county is the 4th highest polluting county in New Mexico. Grant County's primary fuel is Natural Gas, with 97.32% of electricity generation coming from the fuel.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
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Natural Gas
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Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
97.32%
SOLAR
Solar
2.68%

Grant County, New Mexico Net Metering

About 100.00% of the electric companies in Grant County offer net metering to their consumers. The state has pretty good net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other types of electricity generation more feasible.

Energy Loss

The one company in Grant County who reports energy loss statistics reported an annual loss of 10.84%. The national average is 2.87%, resulting in Grant County having a rank of 2862nd best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Grant County:

  • Bayard, New Mexico:
    • Public Service Company of New Mexico: 100.00%
  • Hurley, New Mexico:
    • Public Service Company of New Mexico: 100.00%
  • Santa Clara, New Mexico:
    • Public Service Company of New Mexico: 100.00%
  • Silver City, New Mexico:
    • Public Service Company of New Mexico: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Grant County, New Mexico?

By total megawatt hours sold, Public Service Company of New Mexico is the largest electricity provider in Grant County, New Mexico.

How many electric companies offer service in Grant County, New Mexico?

There are 4 electricity suppliers offering service in Grant County, New Mexico.

What electricity companies offer service in Grant County, New Mexico?

How many power plants are located within Grant County, New Mexico?

There are 2 active electricity plants in Grant County, New Mexico

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-04-04