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EV Charging Costs in New Mexico
Data updated: February 16, 2026
New Mexico ranks #26 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.16/kWh. New Mexico has an EV adoption rate of 2.2% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 577 Level 2 ports and 558 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #26 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
441
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in New Mexico
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 2.8%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| New Mexico Utility Average | $0.16/kWh |
| New Mexico Municipal Utility | $0.15/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose New Mexico for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in New Mexico
View more New Mexico cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | View city page -> |
| Albuquerque Metro | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Albuquerque Suburbs | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in New Mexico
Level 2 Ports
577
DC Fast Ports
558
Stations per 100k Residents
20.9
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to New Mexico and update per state page.
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How New Mexico Compares to Nearby States
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in New Mexico?
A practical baseline in New Mexico is about $42.11 per month for 1,000 miles at $0.16/kWh, before public charging markups.
How do city charging rates vary inside New Mexico?
Albuquerque is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Albuquerque reaches about $0.14/kWh.
How strong is charging access across New Mexico?
New Mexico shows about 441 public charging locations, 558 DC fast ports, and roughly 20.9 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is New Mexico cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Utah is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while New Mexico is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in New Mexico?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Non-Networked, Tesla Destination, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.