WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Albuquerque

New Mexico

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The State of Electricity in Albuquerque

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Albuquerque

Average monthly bill

January

$340highest

February

$185

March

$145

April

$141

May

$140lowest

June

$165

July

$168

August

$168

September

$148

October

$149

November

$182

December

$222

Carbon Emissions

600 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,204 kWh

Where does Albuquerque’s electricity come from?

Albuquerque's energy comes from Wind, Natural Gas, Solar, and Coal. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Albuquerque's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 23%. Solar provides 16% of the energy in Albuquerque. Coal provides 13% of the energy in Albuquerque.

49%

Wind

23%

Natural Gas

16%

Solar

13%

Coal

Solar energy in Albuquerque

The state of solar in Albuquerque

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

1,907 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$13,782

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

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Net metering policies in Albuquerque 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Albuquerque

incentivesavingsutility 
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$200-$400Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$400-$800Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Freezers (purchase)$50Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Clothes Washers$75Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$25Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Clothes Dryers$75Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Dishwashers$50Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$125Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Smart Thermostats$50Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$200-$400Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200-$400Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM)See Details

Utilities in Albuquerque

Continental Divide El Coop IncPNM

PNM Rates

PNM has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed12¢ to 21¢
Residential Service Time-Of-UseTOU11¢ to 24¢

Continental Divide El Coop Inc Rates

Continental Divide El Coop Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Time-Of-Use RateTOU5¢ to 13¢
RESIDENTIAL RATE - GENERAL SERVICEFixed10¢

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