Electricity rates in Buda, TX
Buda (13,705 people, Hays County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Austin Energy pay about 13.56¢/kWh, 15% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Buda
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Energy | Municipal utility | 13.56¢ | $113 | 522K | 182 |
| Pedernales Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.16¢ | $158 | 421K | 90 |
| Bluebonnet Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.95¢ | $149 | 119K | 114 |
Power outages in Hays County right now
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Outage history in Hays County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 110 | 113 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,946 (9.8%) | 10,623 (14.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-28 | 2025-10-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (110 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Manchaca 13.6¢
- Shady Hollow 13.6¢
- Kyle 13.2¢
- Uhland 13.2¢
- Rollingwood 13.6¢
- Austin 13.6¢
- Barton Creek 13.6¢
- Lost Creek 13.6¢
- West Lake Hills 13.6¢
- San Marcos 13.1¢
ZIP codes: 78610
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buda?
Most homes in Buda get power from Austin Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 13.56¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Buda: Pedernales Electric Co-op (13.16¢), Bluebonnet Electric Co-op (11.95¢).
What is the average electric bill in Buda?
About $113 a month, based on 835 kWh a month (the average for Austin Energy customers) at 13.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Buda, TX?
3 utilities serve Buda's ZIP codes: Austin Energy, Pedernales Electric Co-op, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Buda?
In 2025, customers in Hays County averaged 113 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-25, when 10,623 customers (14.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.