El Paso County, TX: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

El Paso County, Texas Electricity Rates & Statistics

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El Paso County, Texas Electricity Overview

As the 452nd largest generator of solar power in the United States, El Paso County produces a total of 35,719 megawatt hours from solar.

The monthly residential electric bill average in El Paso County is $105.64, compared to the nationwide average of $138.02. El Paso County customers enjoy a 23.46% lower average expense each month compared to their fellow Americans.

With a population of 868,763 citizens, El Paso County is the 69th most populated county in the nation.

Natural gas makes up 99.11% of the electricity generation in El Paso County, resulting in a ranking of 166th in the US out of 3230 counties for natural gas generation.

The US average residential rate per kilowatt hour is 16.01 cents, while residents of El Paso County benefit from an average rate that is 12.56% below that at 14.00 cents per kilowatt hour.

El Paso County is home to over 868,763 residents and produces 35,719 megawatt hours of electricity from solar sources, or 0.04 megawatt hour per capita. This ranks El Paso County 836th out of 3230 counties in the nation for solar megawatt hours produced per capita.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    14,179,797 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.32 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    4,036,407 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    35,719 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    4,000,688 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    4.65 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    5,691,616,631 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    6,551.4 kg

El Paso, TX Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 13.42 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of El Paso, which is 6.28% below the average Texas price of 14.32 cents and 16.14% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Residents in the city pay an average monthly residential electricity bill of $95.81. This is 41.81% less than the Texas average of $164.66. Approximately 0.79% of the city's total electricity production comes from solar energy.

El Paso citizens average 6,586.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 14th highest in Texas out of 1871 in this category. With total emissions of 4,462,116,977.32 kilograms, the city ranks 6th highest in Texas for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city has 5 power producing plants, which is the 7th highest out of any city in the state. El Paso has approximately 99.21% of its electricity generated by Natural Gas.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in El Paso

El Paso residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.186/kWh$0.114/kWh$175.41/mo.$49.47/mo.
1709th13.42¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of El Paso
22nd$95.81Average residential monthly electricity bill for El Paso Residents

Electric Companies With Service in El Paso, Texas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
El Paso Electric CompanyBUNDLED13.3794.843,188,0402,647,535353,887,000
Rio Grande Electric CooperativeBUNDLED17.54166.48102,74418,026,100

Zips with electric coverage in El Paso, Texas include: 79936, 79938, 79912, 79928, 79924, 79907, 79927, 79925, 79915, 79904, 79932 and 16 other zip code(s).

Socorro, TX Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 13.37 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Socorro, which is 6.68% below the average Texas price of 14.32 cents and 16.50% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 65,645.72 megawatt hours, El Paso Electric Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential power bill is $138.02, while the Socorro average is 31.29% lower at $94.84 per month.

Socorro citizens average 5,752.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 147th highest in Texas out of 1871 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 199,535,795.3 kilograms, which is the 102nd worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Socorro have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Socorro

Socorro residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.186/kWh$0.114/kWh$175.41/mo.$49.47/mo.
1689th13.37¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Socorro
2nd$94.84Average residential monthly electricity bill for Socorro Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Socorro, Texas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
El Paso Electric CompanyBUNDLED13.3794.842,647,535353,887,000

Zips with electric coverage in Socorro, Texas include: 79928, 79927, 79849, 79836

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Horizon City, TX Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity price is 13.37 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Horizon City, which is 6.68% below the average Texas price of 14.32 cents and 16.50% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Selling an estimated 26,064.31 megawatt hours, El Paso Electric Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city. The US average monthly residential power bill is $138.02, while the Horizon City average is 31.29% lower at $94.84 per month.

Horizon City citizens average 5,752.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which ranks them 950th highest in Texas out of 1871 in this category. Total emissions in the city are 126,985,691.5 kilograms, which is the 145th worst total amount of pollution for all cities in the state. Electricity companies who provide service in Horizon City have to rely on electricity generated in nearby towns or rural areas, since zero electricity generation happens within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Horizon City

Horizon City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.186/kWh$0.114/kWh$175.41/mo.$49.47/mo.
1689th13.37¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Horizon City
2nd$94.84Average residential monthly electricity bill for Horizon City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Horizon City, Texas

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
El Paso Electric CompanyBUNDLED13.3794.842,647,535353,887,000

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Electricity Production in El Paso County, Texas

Power Plants in El Paso County, Texas

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
El Paso TX Natural Gas 3,140,7491,653,064,455.56526.33
El Paso County TX Natural Gas 765,513402,415,288.65525.68
El Paso TX Natural Gas 47,29148,759,646.181,031.0612/2030
Phelps Dodge RefiningPhelps Dodge Refining Corp (100.00%)
El Paso TX Natural Gas 47,135.0612,439,333.34263.91
Newman SolarNewman Solar LLC (100.00%)
El Paso TX Solar 25,702
El Paso County TX Solar 5,584
Fort Bliss (DEA EPIC)Ameresco (100.00%)
Fort Bliss CDP TX Solar 4,433

El Paso County, Texas Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

El Paso County emits 6,551.4 kilograms of CO2 pollution per person in the county from electricity consumption, which makes it the 28th highest polluting county out of 254 counties in Texas based on emissions per capita. This equals a total pollution amount of 5,691,616,630.96 kilograms of CO2 emissions. Natural Gas makes up 99.11% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in El Paso County. Solar (0.88%) is also used in the generation of electricity, as well as Distillate Fuel Oil (0.00%). El Paso County has 7 power plants, which is 19th most in Texas.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
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99.11%
SOLAR
Solar
0.88%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.00%

El Paso County, Texas Net Metering

El Paso County has 2 out of 2 companies reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. Texas has heavily restricted regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with personal solar panels.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in El Paso County averages out to about 5.00% of all electricity transmitted by the 2 companies that operate in the county and also report energy loss. The US average for energy loss is 2.87% and the state average is 1.24%, resulting in a rank of 1861st best in the US and a state rank of 237th best out of 3230 and 254 counties, respectively.

Power Companies in El Paso County, Texas

Providers In Each City in El Paso County:

  • Anthony, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%
  • Clint, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%
  • El Paso, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 98.63%
    • Rio Grande Electric Cooperative: 1.37%
  • Horizon City, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%
  • San Elizario, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%
  • Socorro, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%
  • Vinton, Texas:
    • El Paso Electric Company: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are within El Paso County, Texas?

There are 7 active power plants located in El Paso County, Texas

What electricity companies offer service in El Paso County, Texas?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1El Paso Electric Company155,386
2Rio Grande Electric Cooperative79

What electricity company is the largest provider in El Paso County, Texas?

By total revenue, El Paso Electric Company is the largest electricity company in El Paso County, Texas.

How many electric companies offer service in El Paso County, Texas?

El Paso County, Texas is home to 2 electricity companies offering service in the area.

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2024-01-14