Electricity rates in Buffalo, TX
Buffalo (1,887 people, Leon County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Texas pay about 14.28¢/kWh, 11% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Buffalo
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Texas | Investor-owned utility | 14.28¢ | $177 | 469K | 403 |
| Houston County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.77¢ | $138 | 22K | 539 |
| Navasota Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.77¢ | $164 | 20K | 569 |
Power outages in Leon County right now
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Outage history in Leon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,301 | 999 |
| Days with outages | 134 | 108 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,170 (69%) | 2,429 (32.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-10 | 2025-05-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,301 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 75831
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buffalo?
Most homes in Buffalo get power from Entergy Texas, where residential customers pay an average of 14.28¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Buffalo: Houston County Electric Co-op (15.77¢), Navasota Valley Electric Co-op (16.77¢).
What is the average electric bill in Buffalo?
About $177 a month, based on 1,237 kWh a month (the average for Entergy Texas customers) at 14.28¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Buffalo, TX?
3 utilities serve Buffalo's ZIP codes: Entergy Texas, Houston County Electric Co-op, Navasota Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Buffalo?
In 2025, customers in Leon County averaged 16 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 108 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-06, when 2,429 customers (32.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.