UNS Electric, Inc residential customers paid an average of 16.02¢/kWh in 2024 —
7% above the Arizona average of 14.93¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 95,191 residential customers across 2 AZ counties.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, Mohave Electric Cooperative (11.20¢), works out about $521/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How UNS Electric compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs UNS Electric, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohave Electric Cooperative, Inc. | 11.20 | 41,009 | -4.82 | -$521 |
| Sulphur Springs Valley E C Inc | 13.49 | 46,008 | -2.53 | -$273 |
| Trico Electric Cooperative Inc | 14.17 | 52,450 | -1.85 | -$200 |
| UNS Electric, Inc (this page) | 16.02 | 95,191 | — | — |
| Arizona Public Service (APS) | 16.45 | 1,256,120 | +0.43 | +$47 |
4 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with UNS Electric. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than UNS Electric customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where UNS Electric customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | UNS Electric premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohave | Dixie Escalante R E A, Inc | 9.60 | +$693 |
| Santa Cruz | Sulphur Springs Valley E C Inc | 13.49 | +$273 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 13.64 | 16.02 | +17.4% |
| Residential customers | 93,838 | 95,191 | +1.4% |
Ownership: Investor Owned. Statewide context: Arizona electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a UNS Electric bill
Arizona is a regulated retail market — UNS Electric customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: azcc.gov.
Counties served (AZ, EIA-861 2024)
Mohave · Santa Cruz
Head-to-head comparisons
- Arizona Public Service (APS) vs UNS Electric, Inc
- UNS Electric, Inc vs Trico Electric Cooperative Inc
Questions people ask
- Is UNS Electric, Inc more expensive than other Arizona utilities?
- UNS Electric, Inc customers paid an average 16.02 cents/kWh in 2024 — 7% above the Arizona volume-weighted average of 14.93 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from UNS Electric, Inc?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and Arizona has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (azcc.gov).
- How many customers does UNS Electric, Inc have?
- 95,191 residential customers in Arizona in 2024 across 2 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: investor-owned.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.