Electricity rates in Kaufman, TX
Kaufman (7,156 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 Kaufman
| 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 Kaufman
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
- Crandall 13.2¢
- Terrell 13.2¢
- Kemp 13.2¢
- Combine 13.2¢
- Seagoville 13.2¢
- Forney 13.2¢
- Travis Ranch 13.2¢
- McLendon-Chisholm 13.2¢
- Wills Point 12.3¢
- Seven Points 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75142
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kaufman?
Most homes in Kaufman 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 Kaufman: Farmers Electric Co-op (12.33¢), Trinity Valley Electric Co-op (12.63¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kaufman?
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 Kaufman, TX?
3 utilities serve Kaufman'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. Kaufman 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 Kaufman?
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.