Electricity rates in Marfa, TX
Marfa (1,733 people, Presidio County) is served by Rio Grande Electric Co-op. Homes on Rio Grande Electric Co-op pay about 18.87¢/kWh, 18% more than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Marfa
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.87¢ | $173 | 9,371 | 195 |
Power outages in Presidio County right now
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Outage history in Presidio County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 30,609 | 40,283 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,460 (1877.9%) | 3,599 (2747.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (30,609 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Davis 18.9¢
- Alpine 18.9¢
- Presidio 18.9¢
- Van Horn 16.4¢
- Fort Stockton 18.9¢
- Pecos 18.9¢
- Monahans 13.2¢
- Wink 13.2¢
- Kermit 14.1¢
- McCamey 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 79843
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Marfa?
Most homes in Marfa get power from Rio Grande Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 18.87¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Marfa?
About $173 a month, based on 919 kWh a month (the average for Rio Grande Electric Co-op customers) at 18.87¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Marfa, TX?
Rio Grande Electric Co-op serves Marfa.
How often does the power go out in Marfa?
In 2025, customers in Presidio County averaged 671 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 3,599 customers (2747.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.