Electricity rates in Center, TX
Center (5,727 people, Shelby County) is served by 2 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 Center
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Deep East Texas Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.50¢ | $150 | 41K | 1,119 |
Power outages in Shelby County right now
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Outage history in Shelby County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 885 | 828 |
| Days with outages | 55 | 109 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,178 (28.8%) | 3,609 (24.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-02 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (885 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 75935
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Center?
Most homes in Center 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 Center: Deep East Texas Electric Co-op (14.50¢).
What is the average electric bill in Center?
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 Center, TX?
2 utilities serve Center's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Deep East Texas Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Center?
In 2025, customers in Shelby County averaged 13 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 109 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 3,609 customers (24.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.