Electricity rates in Gun Barrel City, TX
Gun Barrel City (5,985 people, Kaufman County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Oncor Electric Delivery Company pay about 13.20¢/kWh, 17% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Gun Barrel City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Farmers Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.33¢ | $152 | 88K | 91 |
| Trinity Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.63¢ | $163 | 82K | 179 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Gun Barrel City
Oncor Electric Delivery Company 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¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 7.0¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.3¢ | 7.9¢ | 12.7¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 11.5¢ | 11.5¢ | 11.6¢ |
Power outages in Kaufman County right now
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Outage history in Kaufman County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,066 | 236 |
| Days with outages | 71 | 73 |
| Most customers out at once | 43,490 (58.2%) | 7,989 (10.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-05-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,066 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 75147, 75156
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gun Barrel City?
Most homes in Gun Barrel City get power from Oncor Electric Delivery Company, where residential customers pay an average of 13.20¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gun Barrel City: Farmers Electric Co-op (12.33¢), Trinity Valley Electric Co-op (12.63¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gun Barrel City?
About $146 a month, based on 1,106 kWh a month (the average for Oncor Electric Delivery Company customers) at 13.20¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gun Barrel City, TX?
3 utilities serve Gun Barrel City's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Farmers Electric Co-op, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Gun Barrel City is in Texas's competitive market, so Oncor Electric Delivery Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Gun Barrel City?
In 2025, customers in Kaufman County averaged 3 hr 56 min without power. Outages hit 73 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-26, when 7,989 customers (10.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.