Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Arizona | Nevada | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 15.66¢ | 14.20¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 11.87¢ | 8.95¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 7.22¢ | 7.32¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $168.33 | $131.99 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 1,075 | 930 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Nevada has a lower residential electricity rate at 14.20¢/kWh compared to Arizona's 15.66¢/kWh — a difference of 1.46¢/kWh (10.3%).
The average monthly electric bill in Arizona is $168.33 (1075 kWh/month), while in Nevada it is $131.99 (930 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
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