Electricity rates in Vernon, TX
Vernon (10,573 people, Wilbarger County) is served by 5 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 Vernon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| Southwestern Public Service Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $132 | 224K | 441 |
| AEP Texas North Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.80¢ | $126 | 158K | 133 |
| Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX) | Electric cooperative | 15.55¢ | $235 | 118K | 203 |
| Southwest Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 12.99¢ | $256 | 3,365 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Vernon
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 Wilbarger County right now
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Outage history in Wilbarger County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 113 | 230 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,399 (19%) | 1,690 (23%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-20 | 2025-06-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (113 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Electra 13.2¢
- Quanah 11.4¢
- Iowa Park 13.2¢
- Seymour 13.2¢
- Burkburnett 13.2¢
- Holliday 13.2¢
- Wichita Falls 13.2¢
- Munday 12.8¢
- Archer City 13.2¢
- Childress 13.4¢
ZIP codes: 76384, 76385
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vernon?
Most homes in Vernon 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 Vernon: Southwestern Public Service Co. (14.06¢), AEP Texas North Company (12.80¢), Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX) (15.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Vernon?
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 Vernon, TX?
5 utilities serve Vernon's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, Southwestern Public Service Co., AEP Texas North Company, Tri-County Electric Co-op, Inc (TX), Southwest Rural Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Vernon 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 Vernon?
In 2025, customers in Wilbarger County averaged 3 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-14, when 1,690 customers (23%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.