Electricity rates in Panhandle, TX
Panhandle (2,341 people, Carson County) is served by Southwestern Public Service Co.. Homes on Southwestern Public Service Co. pay about 14.06¢/kWh, 12% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Panhandle
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $132 | 224K | 441 |
Power outages in Carson County right now
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Outage history in Carson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 426 | 929 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 598 (14.3%) | 2,319 (55.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-28 | 2025-07-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (426 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 79068
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Panhandle?
Most homes in Panhandle get power from Southwestern Public Service Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.06¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Panhandle?
About $132 a month, based on 937 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Public Service Co. customers) at 14.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Panhandle, TX?
Southwestern Public Service Co. serves Panhandle.
How often does the power go out in Panhandle?
In 2025, customers in Carson County averaged 15 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-12, when 2,319 customers (55.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.