ELECTRICITY · 79603
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AEP North delivers power and handles outages (West load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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UTILITIES · 79603
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of Abilene. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 325-676-6200.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Atmos Energy (Mid-Tex Division) — start 888-286-6700. Leak line 866-322-8667. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Suddenlink.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas North (AEPN)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
325-676-6200City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Atmos Energy (Mid-Tex Division) — natural gas distribution
866-322-8667More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 79603?
AEP Texas North (AEPN) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 79603 (Abilene). You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for your plan and bill. The rate table at the top of this page shows today's lowest 79603 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh, and you can switch through WattKarma (PUCT broker #BR220202) at no cost.
Who do I call when the power goes out?
Call the wires company on your bill: 866-223-8508. Your Retail Electric Provider (if any) does not restore poles or wires. Downed line: 911 + your wires company.
Is electricity competitive here?
Start with the rate table at the top of this page. It lists the lowest available 79603 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh with the date they were last updated. Open any plan to see its Electricity Facts Label (EFL), then enroll online with WattKarma. Running a business? See business electricity rates for 79603 below or request a custom quote.
How do I start water service when I move into 79603?
Contact City of Abilene — Water Utilities / Customer Service Center at 325-676-6200. City of Abilene Customer Service Center handles water, sewer, refuse start/transfer — 325-676-6200. Apply online or at 4595 South 1st Street.
How does trash and recycling work in Abilene?
Refuse typically on City of Abilene utility bill. Call 325-676-6200. Multifamily may be private.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Atmos Energy typically distributes natural gas where confirmed in Abilene. Start: 888-286-6700. Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 911 and Atmos 866-322-8667 from a safe place.
Does Abilene have 311?
Abilene typically does not use a Houston-style dial-311 as the primary utility line in this research. Use published city utility numbers (325-676-6200) and city hall portals. Life-threatening emergencies: 911.
Which internet providers serve 79603?
Common options vary by street in Abilene: AT&T, cable (Spectrum/Optimum/Xfinity), and local fiber/fixed wireless where built. Availability is address-specific—use each provider’s checker. Listing is not a guarantee.
What should I do before digging in the yard?
Call 811 (Texas 811) before any digging or landscaping that disturbs soil so underground electric, gas, water, and telecom lines can be marked.
Is Abilene served by Oncor or AEP Texas?
Abilene city proper is typically AEP Texas North (competitive), not Oncor. Taylor Electric Cooperative serves many rural Taylor County parcels. Match ESI ID—do not assume Oncor.
