Electric Rates & Providers in Sierra County, NM

Sierra County, New Mexico Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Sierra County, New Mexico Electricity Overview

Sierra County has seen a 25.49% increase in hydroelectric power generation during the course of the past 12 months.

Sierra County has a population of 11,512 citizens.

On average, Sierra County citizens are accountable for 4,062.92 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, making it the 1892nd worst polluting county based on per capita pollution.

Solar power generation in Sierra County has grown from 4,463 megawatt hours to 5,417 megawatt hours per year within the previous 12 months.

While the national average residential electric rate sits at 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, Sierra County's average rate is 5.81% above that at 16.95 cents per kilowatt hour.

Sierra County generates 100.00% of its electricity from renewable fuel types, or 2.06 megawatt hours per citizen each year.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    156,317 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    13.58 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    23,719 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    23,719 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    2.06 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    46,772,361 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,062.92 kg

Truth or Consequences, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 18.00 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Truth or Consequences, which ranks the city 455th out of 530 cities in New Mexico. Solar power usage for electricity production in the city has increased by 954 megawatt hours each year over the course of the previous 12 months, which is a 21.38% increase from the year before. Generation from renewable sources comes to 0.89 megawatt hours produced per customer in the city.

Emitting 27,200,975.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Truth or Consequences ranks 42nd highest out of 530 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,475.32 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. Roughly 100.00% of Truth or Consequences' electricity is produced using Solar. Truth or Consequences has 2 power producing plants in the city. This is the 3rd most plants in a city within the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Truth or Consequences

Truth or Consequences residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.193/kWh$0.179/kWh$102.15/mo.$93.95/mo.
455th18.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Truth or Consequences
397th$102.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Truth or Consequences Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Sierra Electric CooperativeBUNDLED18.00102.1525,419.034,575,762.48

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Elephant Butte, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 18.00 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Elephant Butte, which ranks the city 455th out of 530 cities in New Mexico. Selling an estimated 29.34 megawatt hours a year, Sierra Electric Cooperative is the largest electricity provider in the city.

Emitting 7,567,715.6 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Elephant Butte ranks 110th highest out of 530 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,789.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Elephant Butte

Elephant Butte residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.193/kWh$0.179/kWh$102.15/mo.$93.95/mo.
455th18.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Elephant Butte
397th$102.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Elephant Butte Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Elephant Butte, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Sierra Electric CooperativeBUNDLED18.00102.1525,419.034,575,762.48

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Williamsburg, NM Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 18.00 cents per kilowatt hour for consumers in Williamsburg, which ranks the city 455th out of 530 cities in New Mexico. Sierra Electric Cooperative has an estimated 0 residential customers, more than any other supplier in the city. Williamsburg is the 219th largest city in the state, with a population of 658.

Emitting 3,151,618.27 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Williamsburg ranks 214th highest out of 530 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,789.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. The city has zero power plants currently operating within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Williamsburg

Williamsburg residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.193/kWh$0.179/kWh$102.15/mo.$93.95/mo.
455th18.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Williamsburg
397th$102.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Williamsburg Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Williamsburg, New Mexico

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Sierra Electric CooperativeBUNDLED18.00102.1525,419.034,575,762.48

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Electricity Production in Sierra County, New Mexico

Power Plants in Sierra County, New Mexico

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Sierra County NM Conventional Hydroelectric 18,302
City of Truth or Consequences PVBrookfield Renewable Partners (100.00%)
Truth or Consequences NM Solar 3,500
Wal-Mart Truth or Consequences PVSSA Solar of NM 3 (100.00%)
Truth or Consequences NM Solar 1,917

Sierra County, New Mexico Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Coming in as the 20th worst ranked county out of 33 counties in New Mexico, Sierra County emits 46,772,361.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity consumption. The county averages 4,062.92 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person in the county from electricity use, which is a better measurement of the county's pollution levels. They rank 1892nd worst in the country in this category. Conventional Hydroelectric is the primary fuel in Sierra County, with 77.16% of electricity generation coming from the fuel source. Sierra County has the 17th most electricity generation plants of any county in New Mexico, with 3 total power plants.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
77.16%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
22.84%

Sierra County, New Mexico Net Metering

There are 2 companies in Sierra County providing electricity. Of those 2, 100.00% of them offer some type of net metering option for their customers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically viable. Citizens of New Mexico have pretty good net metering laws that encourage the installation of personal solar.

Power Companies in Sierra County, New Mexico

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Sierra County, New Mexico?

The largest electricity provider in Sierra County, New Mexico by total customer count is El Paso Electric Company.

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

There are 2 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Sierra County, New Mexico.

How many power plants are located in Sierra County, New Mexico?

There are 3 electricity plants in Sierra County, New Mexico

Which electricity companies offer service in Sierra County, New Mexico?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1El Paso Electric Company13,463
2Sierra Electric Cooperative2,780

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-01-14