Cost to Run a Oxygen Concentrator in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a oxygen concentrator here costs $30.86 per month.
Per hour
4.2¢
at 90–600 W
Per day
$1.02
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$30.86
219 kWh
Per year
$371
2,628 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.43 | $185 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $1.02 | $30.86 | $371 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $2.03 | $61.72 | $741 |
New Mexico vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a oxygen concentrator in New Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a oxygen concentrator with typical usage costs about $1.02 per day, $30.86 per month, or $371 per year.
Is running a oxygen concentrator in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $30.86 per month here versus $40.27 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.