Electricity rates in Rusk, TX
Rusk (5,618 people, Cherokee County) is served by 3 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 Rusk
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 15.23¢ | $177 | 23K | 841 |
| Houston County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.77¢ | $138 | 22K | 539 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Rusk
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 Cherokee County right now
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Outage history in Cherokee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,555 | 507 |
| Days with outages | 115 | 111 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,568 (32.2%) | 3,885 (13.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-29 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,555 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Alto 15.2¢
- Jacksonville 13.4¢
- Troup 13.4¢
- Bullard 13.2¢
- Frankston 13.2¢
- Berryville 13.2¢
- Elkhart 14.3¢
- Palestine 12.6¢
- Grapeland 14.3¢
- Whitehouse 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75785
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rusk?
Most homes in Rusk 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 Rusk: Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association (15.23¢), Houston County Electric Co-op (15.77¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rusk?
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 Rusk, TX?
3 utilities serve Rusk's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association, Houston County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Rusk 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 Rusk?
In 2025, customers in Cherokee County averaged 8 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 111 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 3,885 customers (13.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.