Electricity rates in Odessa, TX
Odessa (114,428 people, Ector County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Oncor Electric Delivery Company pay about 13.20¢/kWh, 17% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Odessa
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $132 | 224K | 441 |
| City of Goldsmith | Municipal utility | 14.15¢ | $250 | 242 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Odessa
Oncor Electric Delivery 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 | 19.8¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 7.0¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.3¢ | 7.9¢ | 12.7¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 11.5¢ | 11.5¢ | 11.6¢ |
Power outages in Ector County right now
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Outage history in Ector County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 72 | 97 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,214 (3.3%) | 6,215 (4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-10-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (72 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Odessa 13.2¢
- Gardendale 13.2¢
- Midland 13.2¢
- Crane 13.2¢
- Andrews 14.1¢
- Monahans 13.2¢
- Stanton 13.2¢
- Kermit 14.1¢
- Wink 13.2¢
- McCamey 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 79760, 79761, 79762, 79763, 79764, 79765, 79766, 79768, 79769
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Odessa?
Most homes in Odessa get power from Oncor Electric Delivery Company, where residential customers pay an average of 13.20¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Odessa: Southwestern Public Service Co. (14.06¢), City of Goldsmith (14.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Odessa?
About $146 a month, based on 1,106 kWh a month (the average for Oncor Electric Delivery Company customers) at 13.20¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Odessa, TX?
3 utilities serve Odessa's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Southwestern Public Service Co., City of Goldsmith. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Odessa is in Texas's competitive market, so Oncor Electric Delivery Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Odessa?
In 2025, customers in Ector County averaged 97 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-24, when 6,215 customers (4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.