Electricity rates in Waskom, TX
Waskom (2,177 people, Harrison 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 Waskom
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.44¢ | $156 | 157K | 467 |
| Panola-Harrison Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.00¢ | $129 | 9,432 | 973 |
Power outages in Harrison County right now
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Outage history in Harrison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 708 | 509 |
| Days with outages | 100 | 99 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,856 (21.5%) | 12,182 (24.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-09 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (708 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 75692
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waskom?
Most homes in Waskom 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 Waskom: Panola-Harrison Electric Co-op (11.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Waskom?
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 Waskom, TX?
2 utilities serve Waskom's ZIP codes: Southwestern Electric Power Co., Panola-Harrison Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Waskom?
In 2025, customers in Harrison County averaged 8 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 99 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 12,182 customers (24.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.