Electricity rates in Red Oak, TX
Red Oak (12,022 people, Ellis County) is served by 4 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 Red Oak
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| United Electric Co-op Service | Electric cooperative | 14.35¢ | $186 | 91K | 122 |
| HILCO Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 15.29¢ | $225 | 28K | 212 |
| Navarro County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.33¢ | $169 | 19K | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Red Oak
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¢
- Ovilla 13.2¢
- DeSoto 13.2¢
- Lancaster 13.2¢
- Ferris 13.2¢
- Wilmer 13.2¢
- Waxahachie 13.2¢
- Palmer 13.2¢
- Cedar Hill 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75154
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Red Oak?
Most homes in Red Oak 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 Red Oak: United Electric Co-op Service (14.35¢), HILCO Electric Cooperative (15.29¢), Navarro County Electric Co-op (13.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Red Oak?
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 Red Oak, TX?
4 utilities serve Red Oak's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, United Electric Co-op Service, HILCO Electric Cooperative, Navarro County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Red Oak 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 Red Oak?
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.