Electricity rates in Ballinger, TX
Ballinger (3,767 people, Runnels County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on AEP Texas North Company pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 20% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Ballinger
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas North Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.80¢ | $126 | 158K | 133 |
| Taylor Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.65¢ | $180 | 19K | 364 |
| Concho Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.93¢ | $131 | 12K | 364 |
| Coleman County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 7.09¢ | $161 | 9,137 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Ballinger
AEP Texas North Company area. Prices include delivery charges, shown at three usage levels from Power to Choose (2026-10-21).
| Provider · plan | Term | 500 kWh | 1,000 kWh | 2,000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP Gas & Electric · SimpleSaver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.9¢ | 6.1¢ | 12.2¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.1¢ | 6.2¢ | 12.3¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.6¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 10.5¢ | 10.6¢ | 10.7¢ |
Power outages in Runnels County right now
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Outage history in Runnels County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 461 | 170 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,584 (82.5%) | 1,109 (57.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-04 | 2025-04-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (461 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Winters 16.6¢
- Coleman 16.1¢
- Robert Lee 13.9¢
- San Angelo 13.9¢
- Eden 13.9¢
- Santa Anna 13.2¢
- Bangs 16.1¢
- Tye 12.8¢
- Abilene 16.6¢
- Merkel 16.6¢
ZIP codes: 76821
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ballinger?
Most homes in Ballinger get power from AEP Texas North Company, where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Ballinger: Taylor Electric Co-op (16.65¢), Concho Valley Electric Co-op (13.93¢), Coleman County Electric Co-op (7.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ballinger?
About $126 a month, based on 981 kWh a month (the average for AEP Texas North Company customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ballinger, TX?
4 utilities serve Ballinger's ZIP codes: AEP Texas North Company, Taylor Electric Co-op, Concho Valley Electric Co-op, Coleman County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Ballinger is in Texas's competitive market, so AEP Texas North Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Ballinger?
In 2025, customers in Runnels County averaged 2 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-21, when 1,109 customers (57.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.