ZIP code 79769 is located in Ector County, Texas. The average residential electricity rate here is 17.7¢/kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 79769?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC) and gas (Atmos Energy Corporation, (888) 286-6700) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 79769 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 79769 averages 17.7¢/kWh, about 7% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 18% above the Texas state average of 14.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Texas averages $17.98/Mcf, about 24% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 79769?
Electricity in ZIP code 79769 costs about 7% more than the national average. Compared to Texas overall, rates here are about 18% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 79769?
ZIP code 79769 has broadband coverage. Providers include T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 79769 in?
ZIP code 79769 is in Ector County, Texas.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.