Electricity rates in Three Rivers, TX
Three Rivers (1,971 people, Live Oak County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Karnes Electric Co-op pay about 10.58¢/kWh, 34% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Three Rivers
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.58¢ | $158 | 14K | 176 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
Power outages in Live Oak County right now
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Outage history in Live Oak County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 983 | 897 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,137 (60%) | 1,584 (44.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-13 | 2025-05-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (983 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- George West 15.0¢
- Beeville 14.6¢
- Kenedy 10.6¢
- Mathis 14.6¢
- Karnes City 12.8¢
- Orange Grove 15.0¢
- Jourdanton 10.6¢
- Pleasanton 12.7¢
- Runge 12.8¢
- Charlotte 10.6¢
ZIP codes: 78071
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Three Rivers?
Most homes in Three Rivers get power from Karnes Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 10.58¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Three Rivers: San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in Three Rivers?
About $158 a month, based on 1,494 kWh a month (the average for Karnes Electric Co-op customers) at 10.58¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Three Rivers, TX?
2 utilities serve Three Rivers's ZIP codes: Karnes 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 Three Rivers?
In 2025, customers in Live Oak County averaged 14 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-27, when 1,584 customers (44.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.