Average Electric Bill in Las Cruces, NM
What a typical household in Las Cruces pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Las Cruces pays about $75.16/month for electricity at roughly 10.16¢/kWh. Basis: El Paso Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in New Mexico over 12 months — the rate environment Las Cruces households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | El Paso Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | El Paso Electric Co · 94,760 residential customers |
| State context | New Mexico: $121.22/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 111,721 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Las Cruces?
Expect roughly $75.16 per month for a typical household in Las Cruces — based on El Paso Electric Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Las Cruces?
About 10.16¢ per kWh (El Paso Electric Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Las Cruces pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Las Cruces higher or lower than the New Mexico average?
El Paso Electric Co averages $75.16 — below the state average of $121.22.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (El Paso Electric Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (New Mexico) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.