Electricity rates in Athens, TX
Athens (12,788 people, Henderson County) is served by Trinity Valley Electric Co-op. Homes on Trinity Valley Electric Co-op pay about 12.63¢/kWh, 21% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.63¢ | $163 | 82K | 179 |
Power outages in Henderson County right now
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Outage history in Henderson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 650 | 299 |
| Days with outages | 78 | 79 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,636 (20.9%) | 6,328 (11.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-05-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (650 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Malakoff 13.2¢
- Brownsboro 13.2¢
- Mabank 13.2¢
- Tool 13.2¢
- Gun Barrel City 13.2¢
- Kerens 13.2¢
- Seven Points 13.2¢
- Frankston 13.2¢
- Chandler 13.2¢
- Berryville 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75751, 75752
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens get power from Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.63¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
About $163 a month, based on 1,290 kWh a month (the average for Trinity Valley Electric Co-op customers) at 12.63¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Athens, TX?
Trinity Valley Electric Co-op serves Athens.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Henderson County averaged 4 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 79 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-26, when 6,328 customers (11.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.