Electricity rates in Troup, TX
Troup (1,966 people, Smith County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southwestern Electric Power Co. pay about 13.44¢/kWh, 16% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Troup
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 15.23¢ | $177 | 23K | 841 |
Power outages in Smith County right now
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Outage history in Smith County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,715 | 336 |
| Days with outages | 93 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 71,890 (55.7%) | 14,531 (11.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-04 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,715 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Whitehouse 13.2¢
- Bullard 13.2¢
- Overton 13.4¢
- Jacksonville 13.4¢
- Tyler 13.4¢
- Henderson 13.4¢
- Berryville 13.2¢
- Kilgore 13.4¢
- Liberty City 13.4¢
- Frankston 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 75789
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Troup?
Most homes in Troup get power from Southwestern Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.44¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Troup: Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association (15.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Troup?
About $156 a month, based on 1,159 kWh a month (the average for Southwestern Electric Power Co. customers) at 13.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Troup, TX?
2 utilities serve Troup's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Cherokee County Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Troup?
In 2025, customers in Smith County averaged 5 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 14,531 customers (11.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.