Average Electric Bill in Reno, NV
What a typical household in Reno pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Reno pays about $99.68/month for electricity at roughly 14.52¢/kWh. Basis: Sierra Pacific Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Nevada over 12 months — the rate environment Reno households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Sierra Pacific Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Sierra Pacific Power Co · 330,891 residential customers |
| State context | Nevada: $167.88/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 264,000 (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 Reno?
Expect roughly $99.68 per month for a typical household in Reno — based on Sierra Pacific Power Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Reno?
About 14.52¢ per kWh (Sierra Pacific Power Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Reno pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Reno higher or lower than the Nevada average?
Sierra Pacific Power Co averages $99.68 — below the state average of $167.88.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Sierra Pacific Power Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Nevada) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.