Tucson Electric Power provides electricity service to Tucson and the surrounding Arizona area. The local climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.
17¢/kWh
Average residential rate
The average Tucson residential customer pays approximately 17¢ per kilowatt-hour.
| Plan | Base Rate | Peak Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time-of-Use | 12.19 | 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. (Summer), 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. & 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Winter) | Customers who can shift a majority of their energy usage to off-peak hours. |
| Peak Demand | 8.83 | 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. (Summer), 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. & 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Winter) | Customers who can avoid using many large appliances at the same time during on-peak hours. |
| Basic | 13.04 | N/A | Customers who prefer a simple billing structure and don't want to manage their energy usage around on-peak and off-peak hours. |
Time-of-Use: Customers who can shift a majority of their energy usage to off-peak hours.
Peak Demand: Customers who can avoid using many large appliances at the same time during on-peak hours.
Basic: Customers who prefer a simple billing structure and don't want to manage their energy usage around on-peak and off-peak hours.
*Rates shown are approximate and subject to change. Verify current rates at https://www.tep.com.*
Tucson has a hot desert climate with two major seasons, summer and winter, plus three minor seasons: fall, spring, and the monsoon. Summers are characterized by daytime temperatures of over 100 °F (38 °C). Winters are mild, with daytime temperatures in the 60s and 70s F (18-24 C).
| Season | Typical Bill Range | Primary Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Summer (Jun-Aug) | $158.51-$208.83 | Air conditioning |
| Winter (Dec-Feb) | $98.18-$123.38 | Heating |
| Spring/Fall | $98.27-$110.92 | Baseline usage |
*Bill estimates based on average Tucson household usage of 850 kWh/month.*
Tucson Electric Power rates in Tucson have changed over the past several years:
Residential electric rates have increased 2.1 percent per year, on average, over the past 25 years. They've climbed more rapidly in recent years as inflation has driven up the cost of materials, equipment and services.
TEP has requested a rate increase to take effect in September 2026.
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