Electricity rates in Orange Grove, TX
Orange Grove (1,334 people, Jim Wells County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Nueces Electric Cooperative pay about 14.99¢/kWh, 6% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Orange Grove
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
Power outages in Jim Wells County right now
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Outage history in Jim Wells County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 396 | 687 |
| Days with outages | 72 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,272 (24.3%) | 7,194 (40.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-28 | 2025-05-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (396 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mathis 14.6¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Robstown 15.0¢
- Odem 14.6¢
- San Diego 15.0¢
- Sinton 14.6¢
- Bishop 15.0¢
- George West 15.0¢
- Kingsville 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 78372
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Orange Grove?
Most homes in Orange Grove get power from Nueces Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 14.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Orange Grove: San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in Orange Grove?
About $198 a month, based on 1,319 kWh a month (the average for Nueces Electric Cooperative customers) at 14.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Orange Grove, TX?
2 utilities serve Orange Grove's ZIP codes: Nueces Electric Cooperative, San Patricio Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Orange Grove?
In 2025, customers in Jim Wells County averaged 11 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-09, when 7,194 customers (40.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.