Electricity rates in Big Sandy, TX
Big Sandy (1,374 people, Upshur County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Electric Power Co. pay about 13.44¢/kWh, 16% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Big Sandy
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Upshur Rural Electric Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.12¢ | $158 | 45K | 1,332 |
| Wood County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.24¢ | $147 | 36K | 934 |
Power outages in Upshur County right now
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Outage history in Upshur County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,510 | 1,584 |
| Days with outages | 131 | 117 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,333 (34.8%) | 7,728 (42.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-19 | 2025-04-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,510 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hawkins 13.4¢
- Gladewater 13.4¢
- Holly Lake Ranch 13.4¢
- Liberty City 13.4¢
- Gilmer 13.4¢
- White Oak 13.4¢
- Lindale 13.4¢
- Kilgore 13.4¢
- Tyler 13.4¢
- Hideaway 13.4¢
ZIP codes: 75755, 75797
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Big Sandy?
Most homes in Big Sandy get power from Southwestern Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.44¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Big Sandy: Upshur Rural Electric Co-op Corp. (13.12¢), Wood County Electric Co-op (13.24¢).
What is the average electric bill in Big Sandy?
About $156 a month, based on 1,159 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Electric Power Co. customers) at 13.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Big Sandy, TX?
3 utilities serve Big Sandy's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Upshur Rural Electric Co-op Corp., Wood County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Big Sandy?
In 2025, customers in Upshur County averaged 26 hr 24 min without power. Outages hit 117 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-04, when 7,728 customers (42.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.