Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $31.32 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.03
8 hours/day
Per month
$31.32
195 kWh
Per year
$376
2,336 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.66 | $188 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.03 | $31.32 | $376 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.06 | $62.65 | $752 |
New Mexico vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ductless mini-split in New Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.03 per day, $31.32 per month, or $376 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $31.32 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.