Electricity rates in Kilgore, TX
Kilgore (14,947 people, Gregg County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Electric Power Co. pay about 13.44¢/kWh, 16% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Kilgore
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Rusk County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.72¢ | $185 | 18K | 587 |
Power outages in Gregg County right now
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Outage history in Gregg County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,421 | 542 |
| Days with outages | 107 | 104 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,501 (25.7%) | 10,925 (17%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-04 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,421 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Liberty City 13.4¢
- Overton 13.4¢
- White Oak 13.4¢
- Gladewater 13.4¢
- Longview 13.4¢
- Henderson 13.4¢
- Big Sandy 13.4¢
- Hallsville 13.4¢
- Tatum 13.4¢
- Troup 13.4¢
ZIP codes: 75662, 75663
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kilgore?
Most homes in Kilgore get power from Southwestern Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.44¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Kilgore: Rusk County Electric Co-op (13.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kilgore?
About $156 a month, based on 1,159 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Electric Power Co. customers) at 13.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Kilgore, TX?
2 utilities serve Kilgore's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Rusk County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Kilgore?
In 2025, customers in Gregg County averaged 9 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 104 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 10,925 customers (17%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.