Electricity rates in San Marcos, TX
San Marcos (60,684 people, Hays County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of San Marcos pay about 13.13¢/kWh, 18% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving San Marcos
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of San Marcos | Municipal utility | 13.13¢ | $120 | 22K | 137 |
| Pedernales Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.16¢ | $158 | 421K | 90 |
| Bluebonnet Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.95¢ | $149 | 119K | 114 |
Power outages in Hays County right now
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Outage history in Hays County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 110 | 113 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,946 (9.8%) | 10,623 (14.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-28 | 2025-10-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (110 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Redwood 13.2¢
- Martindale 13.2¢
- Kyle 13.2¢
- Uhland 13.2¢
- Wimberley 13.2¢
- Woodcreek 13.2¢
- Buda 13.6¢
- Geronimo 12.2¢
- Lockhart 13.2¢
- Lake Dunlap 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 78666, 78667
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in San Marcos?
Most homes in San Marcos get power from City of San Marcos, where residential customers pay an average of 13.13¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of San Marcos: Pedernales Electric Co-op (13.16¢), Bluebonnet Electric Co-op (11.95¢).
What is the average electric bill in San Marcos?
About $120 a month, based on 915 kWh a month (the average for City of San Marcos customers) at 13.13¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in San Marcos, TX?
3 utilities serve San Marcos's ZIP codes: City of San Marcos, Pedernales Electric Co-op, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in San Marcos?
In 2025, customers in Hays County averaged 113 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-25, when 10,623 customers (14.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.