Electricity rates in Altus, OK
Altus (19,214 people, Jackson County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Co of Oklahoma pay about 15.69¢/kWh, 15% more than the Oklahoma average.
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Electric companies serving Altus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of Oklahoma | Investor-owned utility | 15.69¢ | $160 | 506K | 200 |
| City of Altus | Municipal utility | 13.67¢ | $134 | 8,252 | — |
Power outages in Jackson County right now
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Outage history in Jackson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 16 | 46 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 6 |
| Most customers out at once | 684 (3.7%) | 757 (4.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-27 | 2025-05-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (16 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 73521, 73522
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Altus?
Most homes in Altus get power from Public Service Co of Oklahoma, where residential customers pay an average of 15.69¢/kWh including all charges. The Oklahoma average is 13.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Altus: City of Altus (13.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Altus?
About $160 a month, based on 1,020 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Co of Oklahoma customers) at 15.69¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Altus, OK?
2 utilities serve Altus's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of Oklahoma, City of Altus. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Altus?
In 2025, customers in Jackson County averaged 46 min without power. Outages hit 6 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-29, when 757 customers (4.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.