WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Rio Communities North

New Mexico

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The State of Electricity in Rio Communities North

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Rio Communities North

Average monthly bill

January

$110

February

$116

March

$94

April

$92

May

$127

June

$181

July

$209highest

August

$197

September

$130

October

$87lowest

November

$107

December

$107

Carbon Emissions

810 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

942 kWh

Where does Rio Communities North’s electricity come from?

Rio Communities North's energy comes from Wind, Natural Gas, Solar, Coal, and Hydroelectric. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 43% of Rio Communities North's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 34%. Solar provides 14% of the energy in Rio Communities North. Coal provides 9% of the energy in Rio Communities North. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Rio Communities North.

43%

Wind

34%

Natural Gas

14%

Solar

9%

Coal

1%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Rio Communities North

The state of solar in Rio Communities North

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

21,961 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$14,342

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Rio Communities North 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 Rio Communities North

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

Utilities in Rio Communities North

PNM

PNM Rates

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

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

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