Electricity rates in Columbus, TX
Columbus (3,629 people, Colorado County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on San Bernard Electric Co-op pay about 14.56¢/kWh, 9% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Columbus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Bernard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $183 | 33K | 184 |
| Fayette Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.92¢ | $133 | 14K | — |
| Wharton County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.63¢ | $169 | 5,583 | — |
Power outages in Colorado County right now
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Outage history in Colorado County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 7,213 | 337 |
| Days with outages | 179 | 74 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,282 (212.2%) | 1,257 (15.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-11-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (7,213 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Weimar 14.6¢
- Eagle Lake 14.6¢
- Schulenburg 12.9¢
- Sealy 14.3¢
- Bellville 14.3¢
- La Grange 11.9¢
- Wallis 13.0¢
- Hallettsville 12.2¢
- East Bernard 13.0¢
- Brenham 10.7¢
ZIP codes: 78934
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbus?
Most homes in Columbus get power from San Bernard Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 14.56¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Columbus: Fayette Electric Co-op (12.92¢), Wharton County Electric Co-op (14.63¢).
What is the average electric bill in Columbus?
About $183 a month, based on 1,255 kWh a month (the average for San Bernard Electric Co-op customers) at 14.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbus, TX?
3 utilities serve Columbus's ZIP codes: San Bernard Electric Co-op, Fayette Electric Co-op, Wharton County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Columbus?
In 2025, customers in Colorado County averaged 5 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 74 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-24, when 1,257 customers (15.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.