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Big Spring, TX electricity rates
About 22,373 people live in Big Spring (Census Bureau 2023 estimate). Big Spring is in Howard County and gets its power delivered by Oncor Electric Delivery, so households here can shop among retail electric providers. Oncor is the largest wires utility in Texas, covering Dallas, Fort Worth and much of North, Central and West Texas.
Eligible Big Spring ZIP codes: 79720.
Heads up: ZIP 79721 is split between providers, so some addresses there may not be able to switch. Enter your ZIP below or check your address with your current bill.
Current Oncor plans for Big Spring
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Average price at 1,000 kWh from each plan's EFL, delivery charges included. Plans with terms of 3 months or less are excluded. Rank plans at your usage.
How the Oncor delivery charge works
Your bill has two parts. The energy charge is what your provider sets and competes on. The delivery charge belongs to Oncor Electric Delivery: a fixed monthly customer and metering charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate approved by the PUCT. Every provider in Big Spring pays the same delivery charges, which is why comparing the all-in average price on the EFL is the fair way to shop. Low-usage homes feel the fixed monthly piece more, so check prices at 500 kWh if you live in a small apartment.
Howard County notes
In Howard County, competitive service comes through Oncor Electric Delivery. Some nearby areas in the county are served by a city-owned utility or co-op and cannot switch.
Nearby cities
- Midland (Oncor, 42 mi)
- Snyder (Oncor, 45 mi)
- Odessa (Oncor, 61 mi)
- Sweetwater (Oncor, 63 mi)
- Andrews (Oncor, 63 mi)
- San Angelo (AEP Texas North, 82 mi)
Big Spring electricity FAQ
Can I choose my electricity provider in Big Spring, TX?
Yes, for addresses on the Oncor Electric Delivery system. Big Spring ZIP codes 79720 are in the Texas competitive retail market, so you can pick any retail electric provider that serves Oncor. ZIP 79721 is split, so confirm your address.
Who is the electric utility in Big Spring?
Oncor Electric Delivery owns the poles and wires in Big Spring, reads meters and restores outages. You do not choose the utility; it stays the same no matter which provider you pick. To report an outage, call Oncor at 1-888-313-4747.
What is the Oncor delivery charge on my Big Spring bill?
Every plan in Big Spring includes Oncor's regulated delivery charges: a fixed monthly customer charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate, both set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Providers pass these through, so they are already included in the average price shown on each plan's Electricity Facts Label (EFL). They are updated periodically, so read the current figures on the EFL rather than an old article.
How do I compare electricity rates in Big Spring?
Use the live table on this page, which lists current fixed-rate plans on the Oncor system from the state's Power to Choose data, sorted by average price at 1,000 kWh. For a ranking at your own usage, enter your Big Spring ZIP on the home page. Plans with promotional terms of 3 months or less are left out.
Does switching providers in Big Spring interrupt my power?
No. The new provider handles the switch with the utility, and the same wires deliver your power. A standard switch usually completes within a few business days.