Electricity rates in Memphis, TX
Memphis (2,138 people, Hall County) is served by 3 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 Memphis
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Greenbelt Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.44¢ | $110 | 3,929 | — |
| Lighthouse Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.69¢ | $97 | 3,880 | — |
Power outages in Hall County right now
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Outage history in Hall County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,014 | 514 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 14 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,524 (87.5%) | 1,482 (85.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-03-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,014 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79245
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Memphis?
Most homes in Memphis 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 Memphis: Greenbelt Electric Co-op (18.44¢), Lighthouse Electric Co-op (16.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Memphis?
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 Memphis, TX?
3 utilities serve Memphis's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Greenbelt Electric Co-op, Lighthouse Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Memphis?
In 2025, customers in Hall County averaged 8 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 14 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-14, when 1,482 customers (85.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.