New Mexico Electricity Rates 2026 — Cost per kWh & Savings
The average electricity rate in New Mexico (NM) is $0.1398/kWh, ranking #19 among US states. The average monthly bill is $93 for 665 kWh of usage.
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Electricity Savings Tips for New Mexico
New Mexico has excellent solar resources with 6 peak sun hours and offers a 10% state tax credit for solar installations (up to $6,000). Combined with the 30% federal credit, the effective cost of solar is very low. Net metering is available statewide.
Primary Utility: PNM, El Paso Electric
New Mexico has a regulated electricity market served primarily by PNM, El Paso Electric. Rates are set by the state public utility commission and cannot be changed by shopping for providers. Focus on reducing usage and investing in efficiency improvements to lower your bill.
Solar Energy in New Mexico
New Mexico receives an average of 6 peak sun hours per day. This is excellent for solar energy production. A typical 6 kW system would produce approximately 10512 kWh per year, potentially offsetting your entire electric bill. At $0.14/kWh, a solar system that produces 10512 kWh/year saves approximately $1470/year. With the 30% federal tax credit, typical payback is 8-12 years.