Electricity rates in Knox City, TX
Knox City (1,183 people, Knox County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on AEP Texas North Company pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 20% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Knox City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas North Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.80¢ | $126 | 158K | 133 |
| Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX) | Electric cooperative | 15.55¢ | $235 | 118K | 203 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Knox City
AEP Texas North 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 | 18.9¢ | 6.1¢ | 12.2¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.1¢ | 6.2¢ | 12.3¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.6¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 10.5¢ | 10.6¢ | 10.7¢ |
Power outages in Knox County right now
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Outage history in Knox County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,278 | 6,937 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 794 (144.1%) | 2,566 (465.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-27 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2,278 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79529
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Knox City?
Most homes in Knox City get power from AEP Texas North Company, where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Knox City: Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX) (15.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Knox City?
About $126 a month, based on 981 kWh a month (the average for AEP Texas North Company customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Knox City, TX?
2 utilities serve Knox City's ZIP codes: AEP Texas North Company, Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX). Which one serves you depends on your street address. Knox City is in Texas's competitive market, so AEP Texas North Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Knox City?
In 2025, customers in Knox County averaged 115 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 2,566 customers (465.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.