WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Ruidoso Downs
New Mexico
New Mexico
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Ruidoso Downs
January
$232highestFebruary
$173March
$161April
$132May
$121June
$126July
$122August
$130September
$120lowestOctober
$128November
$154December
$173Carbon Emissions
529 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,008 kWh
Ruidoso Downs's energy comes from Wind, Natural Gas, Solar, and Coal. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of Ruidoso Downs's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Solar provides 17% of the energy in Ruidoso Downs. Coal provides 12% of the energy in Ruidoso Downs.
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.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$11,654
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Ruidoso Downs 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.
Otero County Electric Coop Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential - Regular Rate | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Residential Optional - Time of Use Rate | TOU | 9¢ to 27¢ |
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