Electricity rates in Ovilla, TX
Ovilla (3,855 people, Ellis County) is served by 8 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 Ovilla
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| HILCO Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 15.29¢ | $225 | 28K | 212 |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co. | Delivery (TDU) | 14.80¢ | $170 | 238K | 165 |
| United Electric Co-op Service | Electric cooperative | 14.35¢ | $186 | 91K | 122 |
| Farmers Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.33¢ | $152 | 88K | 91 |
| Trinity Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.63¢ | $163 | 82K | 179 |
| City of Garland | Municipal utility | 14.11¢ | $150 | 71K | 13 |
| Navarro County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.33¢ | $169 | 19K | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Ovilla
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 Ellis County right now
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Outage history in Ellis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 406 | 494 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 78 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,937 (13.5%) | 22,117 (27.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-03-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (406 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Oak Leaf 13.2¢
- Glenn Heights 13.2¢
- DeSoto 13.2¢
- Red Oak 13.2¢
- Cedar Hill 13.2¢
- Midlothian 13.2¢
- Duncanville 13.2¢
- Lancaster 13.2¢
- Waxahachie 13.2¢
- Wilmer 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75115, 75123, 75154
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ovilla?
Most homes in Ovilla 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 Ovilla: HILCO Electric Cooperative (15.29¢), Texas-New Mexico Power Co. (14.80¢), United Electric Co-op Service (14.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ovilla?
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 Ovilla, TX?
8 utilities serve Ovilla's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, HILCO Electric Cooperative, Texas-New Mexico Power Co., United Electric Co-op Service, Farmers Electric Co-op, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, City of Garland, Navarro County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Ovilla 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 Ovilla?
In 2025, customers in Ellis County averaged 8 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 78 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-08, when 22,117 customers (27.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.