WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Rio Rancho
New Mexico
New Mexico
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Rio Rancho
January
$262highestFebruary
$191March
$162April
$139May
$137lowestJune
$162July
$165August
$165September
$145October
$146November
$179December
$218Carbon Emissions
618 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,178 kWh
Rio Rancho's energy comes from Wind, Natural Gas, Solar, and Coal. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Rio Rancho's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Solar provides 17% of the energy in Rio Rancho. Coal provides 12% of the energy in Rio Rancho.
49%
Wind
22%
Natural Gas
17%
Solar
12%
Coal
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
2,150 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,528
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Rio Rancho can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
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| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200-$400 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $50 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200-$400 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $25 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $75 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $200-$400 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $400-$800 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $50 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $125 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $75 | Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) | See Details |
Jemez Mountains Elec Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Optional Time of Use | TOU | 9¢ to 16¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 11¢ to 12¢ |
PNM has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service Time-Of-Use | TOU | 11¢ to 24¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 12¢ to 21¢ |
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