Residential electricity prices in Merkel, TX in April 2026 averaged approximately 16.99 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 10% less than the national average rate of 18.83 ¢/kWh (April 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Merkel differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from March 2025 to March 2026 - residential electricity prices in Merkel increased approximately 7%, from 15.28 ¢/kWh to 16.39 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Merkel in April 2026 averaged 26.91 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 48% more than the national average rate of 18.17 $/Mcf (April 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Merkel natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Merkel natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Merkel (Texas) increased approximately 41%, from 17.50 $/Mcf (March 2025) to 24.61 $/Mcf (March 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Merkel solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Merkel levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The town of Merkel, TX in Taylor County has an approximate population of 2,590. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Merkel, TX, or for other information related to utilities in Merkel, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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