Electricity rates in East Bernard, TX
East Bernard (2,304 people, Wharton County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on CenterPoint Energy pay about 13.00¢/kWh, 19% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving East Bernard
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CenterPoint Energy | Delivery (TDU) | 13.00¢ | $146 | 2.53M | 193 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Jackson Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $142 | 16K | — |
| Wharton County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.63¢ | $169 | 5,583 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in East Bernard
CenterPoint Energy area. Prices include delivery charges, shown at three usage levels from Power to Choose (2026-10-21).
| Provider · plan | Term | 500 kWh | 1,000 kWh | 2,000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP Gas & Electric · SimpleSaver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.8¢ | 6.8¢ | 12.8¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.6¢ | 7.6¢ | 13.6¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.8¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.0¢ |
| Amigo Energy · Power Perks - 12usage credit | 12 mo | 22.9¢ | 9.9¢ | 15.9¢ |
Power outages in Wharton County right now
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Outage history in Wharton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,956 | 176 |
| Days with outages | 115 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,144 (63.7%) | 2,990 (12.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-08 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,956 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wallis 13.0¢
- Weston Lakes 14.3¢
- Fulshear 14.3¢
- Wharton 15.0¢
- Rosenberg 13.0¢
- Pleak 13.0¢
- Eagle Lake 14.6¢
- Needville 13.0¢
- Sealy 14.3¢
- Fairchilds 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77435
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Bernard?
Most homes in East Bernard get power from CenterPoint Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 13.00¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of East Bernard: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢), Jackson Electric Co-op (15.01¢), Wharton County Electric Co-op (14.63¢).
What is the average electric bill in East Bernard?
About $146 a month, based on 1,124 kWh a month (the average for CenterPoint Energy customers) at 13.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in East Bernard, TX?
4 utilities serve East Bernard's ZIP codes: CenterPoint Energy, AEP Texas Central Company, Jackson Electric Co-op, Wharton County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. East Bernard is in Texas's competitive market, so CenterPoint Energy delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in East Bernard?
In 2025, customers in Wharton County averaged 2 hr 56 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 2,990 customers (12.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.