Electricity rates in Zapata, TX
Zapata (5,089 people, Zapata County) is served by Medina Electric Co-op. Homes on Medina Electric Co-op pay about 12.93¢/kWh, 19% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Zapata
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.93¢ | $149 | 31K | 300 |
Power outages in Zapata County right now
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Outage history in Zapata County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 269 | 307 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,934 (36.6%) | 1,715 (21.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-23 | 2025-03-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (269 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Medina 13.2¢
- Falcon Lake Estates 12.9¢
- Siesta Shores 12.9¢
- El Cenizo 12.9¢
- Rio Bravo 12.9¢
- Roma 12.9¢
- Roma-Los Saenz 12.9¢
- Escobares 12.9¢
- Laredo 12.9¢
- Hebbronville 12.9¢
ZIP codes: 78076
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Zapata?
Most homes in Zapata get power from Medina Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.93¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Zapata?
About $149 a month, based on 1,150 kWh a month (the average for Medina Electric Co-op customers) at 12.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Zapata, TX?
Medina Electric Co-op serves Zapata.
How often does the power go out in Zapata?
In 2025, customers in Zapata County averaged 5 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-04, when 1,715 customers (21.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.