Brownsville Electricity Rates
As of today, 35 providers are competing for Brownsville electricity customers. 35 providers compete here, offering 189 plans between 5.7¢ and 19.1¢/kWh. Average rate: 12.6¢/kWh. All rates shown reflect current market pricing.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Brownsville
Sorted by price at 1,000 kWh. Plans with bill credits can cost more at other usage levels — check the EFL for the full breakdown.
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
Simple Saver 3 - 5.70¢
3 months
Cheapest
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5.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 24 - 7.20¢
24 months
Fixed Rate
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 8.60¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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8.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 8.60¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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8.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 9.60¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 9.60¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 9.60¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SmartEnergy
SmartGreen 3 - 9.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 9.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 10.20¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.30¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 10.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Simple Switch 3 - 10.60¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
Liberty Bell Flex - 10.90¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
PTC Infusion Flex - 10.90¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 3 - 11.00¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 11.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Brownsville electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Brownsville Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Brownsville are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
AEP Texas serves about 1,131,000 customers across South & West Texas, including Brownsville. The typical AEP Texas customer sees roughly 1.3 outages per year, each lasting about 102 minutes.
Brownsville Electric Bills
At Brownsville’s average rate of 12.6¢/kWh, here’s what a typical home pays across the year — and where that electricity is generated on ERCOT — the Texas grid.
Estimated monthly bill across the year
A typical Brownsville home’s bill ranges from about $102 in Mar to $216 in Aug — summer air conditioning is the single biggest driver. Locking in a low fixed rate before summer is the easiest way to blunt the Aug spike.
Brownsville Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Brownsville Grid Status
Best Brownsville Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Brownsville’s subtropical climate means near year-round AC demand. The average home uses 1,100–1,400 kWh/month, with summer peaks pushing well beyond that. Older homes with less insulation are especially vulnerable to high bills.
- Ranchero Power
- 9.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 5.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 8.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 8.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
Brownsville Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 35 retail providers serving Brownsville’s AEP Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Cameron County residents today.
Brownsville Business Electricity Rates
Brownsville’s economy is driven by SpaceX operations at Boca Chica, the Port of Brownsville, international trade with Mexico, and a growing healthcare sector. All commercial customers benefit from deregulated rates.
Commercial pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.
Brownsville Solar
Brownsville gets about 5.5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 12.6¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.
Texas context: 152,730 homes in the state have already installed rooftop solar (1,149 MW of residential capacity).
Estimate assumes a 7 kW system at $2.75/watt and an 80% performance ratio. Over 25 years the system would net roughly $16,150 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Brownsville Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Brownsville, Texas.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Brownsville right now?
As of today, the lowest Brownsville rate is 5.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (Simple Saver 3 - 5.70¢). Across 35 providers offering 189 plans, rates average 12.6¢/kWh. All retail providers serving Brownsville are certified by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and compete on the same AEP Texas distribution grid. Switching from average to cheapest saves roughly $69/month. Prices are updated multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Brownsville?
For standard usage of 1,000 kWh, Brownsville homes pay about $126/month in supply charges at the 12.6¢/kWh average rate. The EIA reports Texas residential usage averages 1,140 kWh/month. AEP Texas’s delivery fees add to the supply charge. The cheapest plan at 5.7¢ reduces supply costs to $57/month.
Who delivers electricity in Brownsville?
AEP Texas owns the wires, poles, transformers, and meters in Brownsville. As the PUCT-regulated TDU, AEP Texas delivers every electron to your home regardless of which of the 35 providers you buy supply from. Your supplier handles billing and your per-kWh rate; AEP Texas handles the physical grid and outage response.
How do I switch electricity providers in Brownsville?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider) from the 35 providers serving Brownsville, enroll online, and the new supplier handles everything with AEP Texas. The PUCT-regulated switch takes 1–2 business days with no service interruption. AEP Texas processes it without any physical work at your home. Same grid, same power — just a different rate and billing source.
Are there renewable energy plans in Brownsville?
Brownsville residents can choose plans with renewable energy content from multiple providers. These plans use RECs to match your electricity consumption with wind and solar generation on the ERCOT grid. Your delivery through AEP Texas is identical whether you choose a plan with renewable content or a conventional plan. Check the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for each plan’s renewable breakdown.
How much are electricity delivery charges in Brownsville?
Delivery charges from AEP Texas are set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and are identical whether you choose the cheapest or most expensive supplier. These regulated fees cover grid infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response in Brownsville. Plan rates shown at 1,000 kWh on comparison sites typically include AEP Texas’s delivery charges. The Electricity Facts Label (EFL) breaks out the exact delivery component.
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Brownsville?
In Brownsville, fixed-rate plans start at 5.7¢/kWh and lock your supply rate for the contract term. Variable-rate plans fluctuate monthly based on ERCOT wholesale prices, which can spike during extreme heat or cold. Most consumers benefit from fixed rates for budget stability. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) requires all plan terms — including any early termination fees — to be disclosed in the Electricity Facts Label (EFL).
