Electricity rates in Blanco, TX
Blanco (1,889 people, Blanco County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Pedernales Electric Co-op pay about 13.16¢/kWh, 18% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Blanco
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedernales Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.16¢ | $158 | 421K | 90 |
| Central Texas Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.55¢ | $135 | 40K | 220 |
| Bandera Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.17¢ | $157 | 36K | 154 |
Power outages in Blanco County right now
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Outage history in Blanco County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 395 | 434 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,034 (19.5%) | 4,761 (89.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-30 | 2025-10-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (395 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Johnson City 13.2¢
- Canyon Lake 13.2¢
- Woodcreek 13.2¢
- Wimberley 13.2¢
- Dripping Springs 13.2¢
- Bulverde 12.7¢
- Fair Oaks Ranch 12.7¢
- Boerne 12.7¢
- Timberwood Park 12.7¢
- Fredericksburg 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 78606
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Blanco?
Most homes in Blanco get power from Pedernales Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 13.16¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Blanco: Central Texas Electric Co-op (12.55¢), Bandera Electric Co-op (13.17¢).
What is the average electric bill in Blanco?
About $158 a month, based on 1,202 kWh a month (the average for Pedernales Electric Co-op customers) at 13.16¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Blanco, TX?
3 utilities serve Blanco's ZIP codes: Pedernales Electric Co-op, Central Texas Electric Co-op, Bandera Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Blanco?
In 2025, customers in Blanco County averaged 7 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-25, when 4,761 customers (89.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.