Electricity rates in Hamlin, TX
Hamlin (2,042 people, Jones County) is served by Big Country Electric Co-op. Homes on Big Country Electric Co-op pay about 13.75¢/kWh, 14% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Hamlin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Country Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.75¢ | $110 | 9,533 | 1,182 |
Power outages in Jones County right now
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Outage history in Jones County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 295 | 558 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,872 (36%) | 2,027 (39%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-02 | 2025-05-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (295 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79520
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hamlin?
Most homes in Hamlin get power from Big Country Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 13.75¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hamlin?
About $110 a month, based on 803 kWh a month (the average for Big Country Electric Co-op customers) at 13.75¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hamlin, TX?
Big Country Electric Co-op serves Hamlin.
How often does the power go out in Hamlin?
In 2025, customers in Jones County averaged 9 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-26, when 2,027 customers (39%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.