Electricity rates in West Lake Hills, TX
West Lake Hills (3,317 people, Travis County) is served by Austin Energy. Homes on Austin Energy pay about 13.56¢/kWh, 15% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving West Lake Hills
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Energy | Municipal utility | 13.56¢ | $113 | 522K | 182 |
Power outages in Travis County right now
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Outage history in Travis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 116 | 228 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,023 (3.6%) | 73,455 (11.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-28 | 2025-05-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (116 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rollingwood 13.6¢
- Lost Creek 13.6¢
- Barton Creek 13.6¢
- Austin 13.6¢
- Bee Cave 13.6¢
- Shady Hollow 13.6¢
- Manchaca 13.6¢
- Hudson Bend 13.6¢
- The Hills 13.6¢
- Lakeway 13.6¢
ZIP codes: 73301, 78703, 78746
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Lake Hills?
Most homes in West Lake Hills get power from Austin Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 13.56¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in West Lake Hills?
About $113 a month, based on 835 kWh a month (the average for Austin Energy customers) at 13.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Lake Hills, TX?
Austin Energy serves West Lake Hills.
How often does the power go out in West Lake Hills?
In 2025, customers in Travis County averaged 3 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-29, when 73,455 customers (11.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.