Electricity rates in Bishop, TX
Bishop (3,150 people, Nueces County) is served by Nueces Electric Cooperative. Homes on Nueces Electric Cooperative pay about 14.99¢/kWh, 6% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Bishop
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
Power outages in Nueces County right now
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Outage history in Nueces County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 213 | 287 |
| Days with outages | 86 | 80 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,886 (4.2%) | 15,893 (9.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-06-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (213 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Kingsville 15.0¢
- Ricardo 15.0¢
- Robstown 15.0¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Premont 15.0¢
- Orange Grove 15.0¢
- Odem 14.6¢
- Corpus Christi 14.6¢
- San Diego 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 78343
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bishop?
Most homes in Bishop get power from Nueces Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 14.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bishop?
About $198 a month, based on 1,319 kWh a month (the average for Nueces Electric Cooperative customers) at 14.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bishop, TX?
Nueces Electric Cooperative serves Bishop.
How often does the power go out in Bishop?
In 2025, customers in Nueces County averaged 4 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 80 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-16, when 15,893 customers (9.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.