Electricity rates in Paris, TX
Paris (24,782 people, Lamar County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on Lamar County Electric Co-op Association pay about 13.85¢/kWh, 13% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Paris
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar County Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 13.85¢ | $150 | 13K | 368 |
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co. | Delivery (TDU) | 14.80¢ | $170 | 238K | 165 |
| Farmers Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.33¢ | $152 | 88K | 91 |
| Fannin County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.76¢ | $197 | 12K | 1,002 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Paris
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 Lamar County right now
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Outage history in Lamar County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 98 | 227 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 57 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,721 (6.2%) | 2,555 (9.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-27 | 2025-05-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (98 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Reno 13.8¢
- Blossom 13.8¢
- Powderly 13.8¢
- Lone Star 13.4¢
- Honey Grove 16.8¢
- Bogata 13.4¢
- Clarksville 13.8¢
- Commerce 13.2¢
- Wolfe City 13.2¢
- Sulphur Springs 13.4¢
ZIP codes: 75460, 75461, 75462
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Paris?
Most homes in Paris get power from Lamar County Electric Co-op Association, where residential customers pay an average of 13.85¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Paris: Oncor Electric Delivery Company (13.20¢), Texas-New Mexico Power Co. (14.80¢), Farmers Electric Co-op (12.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Paris?
About $150 a month, based on 1,082 kWh a month (the average for Lamar County Electric Co-op Association customers) at 13.85¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Paris, TX?
5 utilities serve Paris's ZIP codes: Lamar County Electric Co-op Association, Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Texas-New Mexico Power Co., Farmers Electric Co-op, Fannin County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Paris 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 Paris?
In 2025, customers in Lamar County averaged 3 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 57 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-06, when 2,555 customers (9.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.