Electricity rates in George West, TX
George West (2,631 people, Live Oak County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Nueces Electric Cooperative pay about 14.99¢/kWh, 6% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving George West
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
Power outages in Live Oak County right now
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Outage history in Live Oak County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 983 | 897 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,137 (60%) | 1,584 (44.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-13 | 2025-05-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (983 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Three Rivers 10.6¢
- Beeville 14.6¢
- Mathis 14.6¢
- Orange Grove 15.0¢
- Kenedy 10.6¢
- San Diego 15.0¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Karnes City 12.8¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Odem 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 78022
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in George West?
Most homes in George West get power from Nueces Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 14.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of George West: San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in George West?
About $198 a month, based on 1,319 kWh a month (the average for Nueces Electric Cooperative customers) at 14.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in George West, TX?
2 utilities serve George West's ZIP codes: Nueces Electric Cooperative, San Patricio Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in George West?
In 2025, customers in Live Oak County averaged 14 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-27, when 1,584 customers (44.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.