Electricity rates in Lubbock, TX
Lubbock (249,042 people, Lubbock County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on City of Lubbock pay about 13.50¢/kWh, 15% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Lubbock
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Lubbock | Delivery (TDU) | 13.50¢ | $118 | 95K | 111 |
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $132 | 224K | 441 |
| South Plains Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.36¢ | $118 | 59K | — |
| Lyntegar Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.68¢ | $117 | 9,163 | 267 |
| Lamb County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.14¢ | $108 | 2,799 | 43 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Lubbock
City of Lubbock 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 | 20.1¢ | 7.6¢ | 13.9¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.2¢ | 7.7¢ | 14.0¢ |
| Southern Federal Power · SoFed Easy Out Fixed - 8 | 8 mo | 12.1¢ | 11.6¢ | 11.3¢ |
| Chariot Energy · Bright Nights 8 | 8 mo | 12.6¢ | 11.6¢ | 11.1¢ |
| Companion Energy · Companion + Perks 8 | 8 mo | 11.7¢ | 11.7¢ | 11.7¢ |
Power outages in Lubbock County right now
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Outage history in Lubbock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 48 | 129 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 59 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,635 (3.9%) | 17,041 (7.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-11 | 2025-08-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (48 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wolfforth 14.1¢
- Ransom Canyon 14.1¢
- Shallowater 14.1¢
- Idalou 14.1¢
- Slaton 14.1¢
- Abernathy 14.1¢
- Lorenzo 14.1¢
- Anton 14.1¢
- Petersburg 14.1¢
- Ralls 14.1¢
ZIP codes: 79401, 79402, 79403, 79404, 79406, 79407, 79408, 79409, 79410, 79411, 79412, 79413, 79414, 79415, 79416, 79423, 79424, 79430, 79452, 79453, 79457, 79464, 79490, 79491, 79493, 79499
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lubbock?
Most homes in Lubbock get power from City of Lubbock, where residential customers pay an average of 13.50¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Lubbock: Southwestern Public Service Co. (14.06¢), South Plains Electric Co-op (11.36¢), Lyntegar Electric Co-op (10.68¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lubbock?
About $118 a month, based on 874 kWh a month (the average for City of Lubbock customers) at 13.50¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Lubbock, TX?
5 utilities serve Lubbock's ZIP codes: City of Lubbock, Southwestern Public Service Co., South Plains Electric Co-op, Lyntegar Electric Co-op, Lamb County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Lubbock is in Texas's competitive market, so City of Lubbock delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Lubbock?
In 2025, customers in Lubbock County averaged 2 hr 9 min without power. Outages hit 59 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-30, when 17,041 customers (7.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.