Utility rates in Rio Rancho vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Rio Rancho
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 Rio Rancho heats its homes
85% natural gas · 11% electricity · 5% other fuels
Electric rates in Rio Rancho
Residential rates range from 15.1¢ to 15.7¢ per kWh.
Providers include Central New Mexico El Coop, Inc, Continental Divide El Coop Inc, Jemez Mountains Elec Coop, Inc, Public Service Co of NM.
This is 7% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 28 providers
Trash & Recycling 1 provider
Internet 10 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Rio Rancho, 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.