Electricity rates in Harper, TX
Harper (1,192 people, Gillespie County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Pedernales Electric Co-op pay about 13.16¢/kWh, 18% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Harper
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedernales Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.16¢ | $158 | 421K | 90 |
| Central Texas Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.55¢ | $135 | 40K | 220 |
Power outages in Gillespie County right now
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Outage history in Gillespie County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 169 | 281 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,727 (16%) | 3,264 (19.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-19 | 2025-07-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (169 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ingram 12.6¢
- Kerrville 13.2¢
- Fredericksburg 13.2¢
- Comfort 12.6¢
- Mason 12.6¢
- Junction 13.2¢
- Boerne 12.7¢
- Llano 13.2¢
- Johnson City 13.2¢
- Blanco 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 78631
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Harper?
Most homes in Harper get power from Pedernales Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 13.16¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Harper: Central Texas Electric Co-op (12.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Harper?
About $158 a month, based on 1,202 kWh a month (the average for Pedernales Electric Co-op customers) at 13.16¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Harper, TX?
2 utilities serve Harper's ZIP codes: Pedernales Electric Co-op, Central Texas Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Harper?
In 2025, customers in Gillespie County averaged 4 hr 41 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-04, when 3,264 customers (19.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.