Electricity rates in Dimmitt, TX
Dimmitt (4,195 people, Castro County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Public Service Co. pay about 14.06¢/kWh, 12% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Dimmitt
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $132 | 224K | 441 |
| Bailey County Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 10.13¢ | $63 | 3,461 | — |
| Deaf Smith Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 8.84¢ | $135 | 2,993 | 514 |
Power outages in Castro County right now
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Outage history in Castro County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 375 | 624 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,282 (64.6%) | 1,277 (25.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-22 | 2025-03-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (375 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79027
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dimmitt?
Most homes in Dimmitt get power from Southwestern Public Service Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.06¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Dimmitt: Bailey County Electric Co-op Association (10.13¢), Deaf Smith Electric Co-op (8.84¢).
What is the average electric bill in Dimmitt?
About $132 a month, based on 937 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Public Service Co. customers) at 14.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Dimmitt, TX?
3 utilities serve Dimmitt's ZIP codes: Southwestern Public Service Co., Bailey County Electric Co-op Association, Deaf Smith Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Dimmitt?
In 2025, customers in Castro County averaged 10 hr 24 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-14, when 1,277 customers (25.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.