Electricity rates in Refugio, TX
Refugio (2,855 people, Refugio County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Victoria Electric Co-op pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 20% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Refugio
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.80¢ | $165 | 22K | 253 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
Power outages in Refugio County right now
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Outage history in Refugio County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 549 | 573 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 928 (27.3%) | 1,010 (29.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-01 | 2025-06-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (549 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Woodsboro 14.6¢
- Fulton 12.0¢
- Sinton 14.6¢
- Rockport 12.0¢
- Taft 14.6¢
- Taft Southwest (historical) 14.6¢
- Goliad 12.8¢
- Gregory 12.0¢
- Aransas Pass 12.0¢
- Beeville 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 78377
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Refugio?
Most homes in Refugio get power from Victoria Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Refugio: San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in Refugio?
About $165 a month, based on 1,290 kWh a month (the average for Victoria Electric Co-op customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Refugio, TX?
2 utilities serve Refugio's ZIP codes: Victoria Electric Co-op, San Patricio Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Refugio?
In 2025, customers in Refugio County averaged 9 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-01, when 1,010 customers (29.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.