Utility rates in Chaparral vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Chaparral
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Chaparral heats its homes
32% natural gas · 42% electricity · 26% other fuels
Electric rates in Chaparral
Residential rates range from 9.6¢ to 19.1¢ per kWh.
Providers include Central Valley Elec Coop, Inc, El Paso Electric Co, Otero County Electric Coop Inc, Public Service Co of NM, Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc.
This is 6% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Chaparral
Chaparral has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Water 36 providers
Internet 9 providers
ZIP codes in Chaparral, NM
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: April 2026.