Electricity rates in Gonzales, TX
Gonzales (7,544 people, Gonzales County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op pay about 12.20¢/kWh, 24% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Gonzales
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.20¢ | $149 | 95K | 139 |
| Victoria Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.80¢ | $165 | 22K | 253 |
Power outages in Gonzales County right now
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Outage history in Gonzales County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 618 | 311 |
| Days with outages | 74 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,145 (59.2%) | 3,001 (42.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-13 | 2025-02-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (618 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 78629
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gonzales?
Most homes in Gonzales get power from Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.20¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gonzales: Victoria Electric Co-op (12.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gonzales?
About $149 a month, based on 1,225 kWh a month (the average for Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op customers) at 12.20¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gonzales, TX?
2 utilities serve Gonzales's ZIP codes: Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op, Victoria Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gonzales?
In 2025, customers in Gonzales County averaged 5 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-22, when 3,001 customers (42.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.