Electricity rates in Van, TX
Van (2,685 people, Van Zandt County) is served by 6 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 Van
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co. | Delivery (TDU) | 14.80¢ | $170 | 238K | 165 |
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Farmers Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.33¢ | $152 | 88K | 91 |
| Trinity Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.63¢ | $163 | 82K | 179 |
| Wood County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.24¢ | $147 | 36K | 934 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Van
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 Van Zandt County right now
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Outage history in Van Zandt County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,018 | 803 |
| Days with outages | 110 | 99 |
| Most customers out at once | 26,783 (112.2%) | 6,757 (28.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,018 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hideaway 13.4¢
- Grand Saline 13.4¢
- Mineola 13.4¢
- Lindale 13.4¢
- Canton 13.2¢
- Brownsboro 13.2¢
- Chandler 13.2¢
- Edgewood 12.3¢
- Quitman 13.4¢
- Tyler 13.4¢
ZIP codes: 75790
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Van?
Most homes in Van 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 Van: Texas-New Mexico Power Co. (14.80¢), Southwestern Electric Power Co. (13.44¢), Farmers Electric Co-op (12.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Van?
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 Van, TX?
6 utilities serve Van's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Texas-New Mexico Power Co., Southwestern Electric Power Co., Farmers Electric Co-op, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, Wood County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Van 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 Van?
In 2025, customers in Van Zandt County averaged 13 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 99 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 6,757 customers (28.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.