Electricity rates in Bay City, TX
Bay City (17,598 people, Matagorda County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on Jackson Electric Co-op pay about 15.01¢/kWh, 6% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Bay City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $142 | 16K | — |
| Wharton County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.63¢ | $169 | 5,583 | — |
| CenterPoint Energy | Delivery (TDU) | 13.00¢ | $146 | 2.53M | 193 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co. | Delivery (TDU) | 14.80¢ | $170 | 238K | 165 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Bay City
CenterPoint Energy 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 | 19.8¢ | 6.8¢ | 12.8¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.6¢ | 7.6¢ | 13.6¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.8¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.0¢ |
| Amigo Energy · Power Perks - 12usage credit | 12 mo | 22.9¢ | 9.9¢ | 15.9¢ |
Power outages in Matagorda County right now
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Outage history in Matagorda County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,011 | 293 |
| Days with outages | 77 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,630 (91.3%) | 4,536 (26.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-08 | 2025-05-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,011 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Van Vleck 15.0¢
- Markham 14.6¢
- Sweeny 15.0¢
- Boling 15.0¢
- Wild Peach Village 15.0¢
- West Columbia 13.0¢
- El Campo 14.6¢
- Wharton 15.0¢
- Palacios 12.8¢
- Brazoria 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 77404, 77414
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bay City?
Most homes in Bay City get power from Jackson Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 15.01¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bay City: Wharton County Electric Co-op (14.63¢), CenterPoint Energy (13.00¢), AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bay City?
About $142 a month, based on 945 kWh a month (the average for Jackson Electric Co-op customers) at 15.01¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bay City, TX?
5 utilities serve Bay City's ZIP codes: Jackson Electric Co-op, Wharton County Electric Co-op, CenterPoint Energy, AEP Texas Central Company, Texas-New Mexico Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Bay City is in Texas's competitive market, so CenterPoint Energy delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Bay City?
In 2025, customers in Matagorda County averaged 4 hr 53 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-07, when 4,536 customers (26.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.