Hidalgo County, New Mexico Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Hidalgo County, New Mexico Electricity Overview
Renewable fuel usage for electricity generation has decreased by 21.83% within the previous year in Hidalgo County.
Hidalgo County's 23.53% rise in the burning of non-renewable fuel types for electric production during the course of the previous year is an unfortunate trend.
As the 288th highest county in the nation for non-renewable generation per capita, Hidalgo County produces 34.81 megawatt hours per person a year.
Hidalgo County generates 79.97% of its electricity from non-renewable fuel types, giving it a ranking of 657th out of 3230 counties in the United States for total electricity generation from non-renewable sources.
Hidalgo County had a 15.74% increase in CO2 emissions per capita throughout the past year.
The largest provider in Hidalgo County by megawatt hours sold is Public Service Company of New Mexico.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
57,220 MWh
Consumption per Capita
13.58 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
183,430 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
36,738 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
146,692 MWh
Production per Capita
43.53 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
25,765,559 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
6,114.28 kg
Lordsburg, NM Electricity Overview
Residents of Lordsburg are billed an average residential electricity price of 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.38% more than the average state rate of 14.16 cents. The city produces 73,343 megawatt hours from natural gas, ranking them the 6th ranked city in New Mexico for total electricity production from natural gas out of 530 cities. Public Service Company of New Mexico is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.
For every person in the city there are 7,672.88 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This ranks the city 2nd worst in New Mexico out of 530 cities for emissions from electricity use per capita. Total emissions in the city are 15,967,271.22 kilograms, which is the 58th highest total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. About 100.00% of Lordsburg's electricity is generated using Natural Gas. Lordsburg has one power generation plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lordsburg
Lordsburg residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Lordsburg, New Mexico
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Public Service Company of New Mexico | BUNDLED | 15.23 | 88.52 | 73,343 | 3,403,991 | 518,456,000 |
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Cotton City CDP, NM Electricity Overview
Residents of Cotton City CDP are billed an average residential electricity price of 16.90 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 19.36% more than the state's average rate of 14.16 cents. This ranks the city 446th out of 530 cities in the state for best average electricity price. The city is ranked 10th in New Mexico in total electricity generated from power plants within its borders, with 36,738 megawatt hours generated. There is an overabundance of 31,102.87 megawatt hours in the city due to citizens consuming 551.95% less electricity than the city's power plants produce.
For every person in the city there are 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This ranks the city 496th worst in New Mexico out of 530 cities for emissions from electricity use per capita. Total emissions in the city are 0 kilograms, which is the 496th highest total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. About 100.00% of Cotton City CDP's electricity is generated using Geothermal. Cotton City CDP has one power generation plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cotton City CDP
Cotton City CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Cotton City CDP, New Mexico
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Columbus Electric | BUNDLED | 16.90 | 122.8 | 37,814.47 | 6,390,895.02 |
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Glen Acres CDP, NM Electricity Overview
Residents of Glen Acres CDP are billed an average residential electricity price of 15.21 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 7.38% more than the average state rate of 14.16 cents. Residents in the city pay an average monthly residential electricity bill of $87.96. This is 35.90% lower than the nationwide average of $137.21. Customers in the city have 0.91 electrical outages each year, with outages lasting an average of 94.41 minutes. The national averages for these data points are 1.27 outages at 137.24 minutes each.
For every person in the city there are 4,789.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This ranks the city 7th worst in New Mexico out of 530 cities for emissions from electricity use per capita. Total emissions in the city are 1,580,598.83 kilograms, which is the 305th highest total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. The city has zero power plants currently operating in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Glen Acres CDP
Glen Acres CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in September.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Glen Acres CDP, New Mexico
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Public Service Company of New Mexico | BUNDLED | 15.23 | 88.52 | 3,403,991 | 518,456,000 |
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Electricity Production in Hidalgo County, New Mexico
Power Plants in Hidalgo County, New Mexico
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Hidalgo County | NM | Natural Gas | 73,349 | 41,152,143.45 | 561.05 | |||
Lordsburg GeneratingPublic Service Company of New Mexico (100.00%) | Lordsburg | NM | Natural Gas | 73,343 | 41,443,998.68 | 565.07 | ||
Lightning Dock Geothermal HI-01, LLCLightning Dock Geothermal HI-01, LLC (100.00%) | Cotton City CDP | NM | Geothermal | 35,858 |
Hidalgo County, New Mexico Details
Emissions in Hidalgo County average 6,114.28 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use, which ranks them as the 905th worst polluting county in the United States based on emissions per capita. This equals a total pollution amount of 25,765,559.49 kilograms. Natural Gas is the primary fuel type in Hidalgo County, with 77.78% of electricity production coming from the fuel. Totaling Natural Gas with Geothermal (20.03%) and Distillate Fuel Oil (2.20%), these three fuel sources account for 100.00% of the county's electricity generation. Hidalgo County has 3 power plants within its borders. This is the 840th highest amount of power plants within a county.
Providers In Each City in Hidalgo County:
- Lordsburg, New Mexico:
- Public Service Company of New Mexico: 100.00%
- Virden, New Mexico:
- Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative: 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 supplier in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
By total customer count, Public Service Company of New Mexico is the largest electricity supplier in Hidalgo County, New Mexico.
How many electric companies offer service in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
There are 3 electricity suppliers operating in Hidalgo County, New Mexico.
How many power plants are located in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
There are 3 active electricity plants located in Hidalgo County, New Mexico
What electricity companies offer service in Hidalgo County, New Mexico?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
---|---|---|
1 | Public Service Company of New Mexico | 40,690 |
2 | Columbus Electric | 2,469 |
3 | Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative | 81 |