Electricity rates in Merkel, TX
Merkel (2,615 people, Taylor County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Taylor Electric Co-op pay about 16.65¢/kWh, 4% more than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Merkel
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.65¢ | $180 | 19K | 364 |
| Big Country Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.75¢ | $110 | 9,533 | 1,182 |
Power outages in Taylor County right now
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Outage history in Taylor County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 519 | 633 |
| Days with outages | 102 | 129 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,427 (61.1%) | 7,369 (39.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-23 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (519 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79536
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Merkel?
Most homes in Merkel get power from Taylor Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 16.65¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Merkel: Big Country Electric Co-op (13.75¢).
What is the average electric bill in Merkel?
About $180 a month, based on 1,081 kWh a month (the average for Taylor Electric Co-op customers) at 16.65¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Merkel, TX?
2 utilities serve Merkel's ZIP codes: Taylor Electric Co-op, Big Country Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Merkel?
In 2025, customers in Taylor County averaged 10 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 129 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 7,369 customers (39.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.