Electricity rates in Albany, TX
Albany (2,014 people, Shackelford County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Big Country Electric Co-op pay about 13.75¢/kWh, 14% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Albany
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Country Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.75¢ | $110 | 9,533 | 1,182 |
| Comanche County Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 16.15¢ | $191 | 7,487 | — |
Power outages in Shackelford County right now
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Outage history in Shackelford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 701 | 567 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,325 (73.5%) | 785 (43.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-25 | 2025-06-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (701 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 76430
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Albany?
Most homes in Albany get power from Big Country Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 13.75¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Albany: Comanche County Electric Co-op Association (16.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Albany?
About $110 a month, based on 803 kWh a month (the average for Big Country Electric Co-op customers) at 13.75¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Albany, TX?
2 utilities serve Albany's ZIP codes: Big Country Electric Co-op, Comanche County Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Albany?
In 2025, customers in Shackelford County averaged 9 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-11, when 785 customers (43.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.