Electricity rates in Victoria, TX
Victoria (67,574 people, Victoria County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Victoria Electric Co-op pay about 12.80¢/kWh, 20% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Victoria
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.80¢ | $165 | 22K | 253 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.20¢ | $149 | 95K | 139 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Victoria
AEP Texas Central 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 | 18.8¢ | 6.0¢ | 12.1¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.0¢ | 6.1¢ | 12.2¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.6¢ | 6.8¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.3¢ | 8.0¢ | 12.8¢ |
| Amigo Energy · Power Perks - 12usage credit | 12 mo | 22.3¢ | 9.5¢ | 15.6¢ |
Power outages in Victoria County right now
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Outage history in Victoria County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 107 | 116 |
| Days with outages | 33 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,188 (6.5%) | 2,875 (5.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-18 | 2025-05-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (107 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Quail Creek 12.8¢
- Bloomington 12.8¢
- Inez 12.8¢
- Edna 12.2¢
- Goliad 12.8¢
- Port Lavaca 12.8¢
- Cuero 12.2¢
- Seadrift 12.8¢
- Yorktown 12.8¢
- Ganado 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 77901, 77902, 77903, 77904, 77905
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Victoria?
Most homes in Victoria get power from Victoria Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Victoria: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢), Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op (12.20¢).
What is the average electric bill in Victoria?
About $165 a month, based on 1,290 kWh a month (the average for Victoria Electric Co-op customers) at 12.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Victoria, TX?
3 utilities serve Victoria's ZIP codes: Victoria Electric Co-op, AEP Texas Central Company, Guadalupe Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Victoria is in Texas's competitive market, so AEP Texas Central Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Victoria?
In 2025, customers in Victoria County averaged 116 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-27, when 2,875 customers (5.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.