Del Rio Electricity Rates
Right now, Del Rio electricity starts at 6.7¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh monthly usage. Compare 62 plans from 8 providers serving the AEP Texas territory. Prices range from 6.7¢ to 19.2¢/kWh. We refresh these rates throughout the day.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Del Rio
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
SimpleSaver 12 - 6.70¢
12 months
Cheapest
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6.70¢
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.10¢
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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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 8.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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8.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.10¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 10.50¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 10
10 months
Fixed Rate
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12.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 8 cheapest Del Rio electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Del Rio Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Del Rio are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
AEP Texas serves about 1,104,878 customers across South & West Texas, including Del Rio. The typical AEP Texas customer sees roughly 1.3 outages per year, each lasting about 102 minutes.
Del Rio Electric Bills
At Del Rio’s average rate of 13.7¢/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 Del Rio home’s bill ranges from about $110 in Mar to $234 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.
Del Rio Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Del Rio Grid Status
As of , there are 4 customers without power in Del Rio’s Val Verde County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 108,865 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the AEP Texas service territory. Statewide, 55,822 Texas customers are without power across 628 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
AEP Texas customers in Del Rio experience an average of 1.3 outages per year, with each outage lasting approximately 102 minutes. The total annual interruption time averages 2.2 hours per customer.
Is there a power outage in Del Rio right now?
Yes. As of , there are 4 customers without power in Del Rio (Val Verde County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 108,865 tracked customers.
Best Del Rio Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Del Rio’s semi-arid climate means five months of 100°F+ heat and mild winters. The average household uses 1,100–1,400 kWh/month, with summer peaks well above 2,000 kWh for larger homes. The long cooling season makes fixed-rate plans especially valuable.
- Octopus Energy
- 9.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Octopus Energy
- 8.8¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Octopus Energy
- 8.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
Del Rio Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 8 retail providers serving Del Rio’s AEP Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Val Verde County residents today.
Del Rio Business Electricity Rates
Del Rio’s economy centers on Laughlin Air Force Base, cross-border trade with Ciudad Acuña, Lake Amistad tourism, and Val Verde County ranching. Commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on demand.
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.
Del Rio Solar
Del Rio gets about 5.5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.7¢/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 $19,125 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Del Rio Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Del Rio, Texas.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Del Rio right now?
Today’s cheapest: 6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh in Del Rio, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (SimpleSaver 12 - 6.70¢). That’s well below the 13.65¢ average across 62 plans from 8 providers. Under the PUCT-regulated deregulated market, every provider delivers power over AEP Texas’s grid — your electricity is identical regardless of supplier. The gap between cheapest and average translates to roughly $70/month in savings.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Del Rio?
At the current average rate of 13.65¢/kWh, a Del Rio home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $137/month for electricity supply. According to EIA data, the average Texas household uses about 1,140 kWh/month — roughly 14% above the national average of 1,000 kWh. Actual bills vary seasonally. Choosing the cheapest plan at 6.7¢ reduces supply costs to $67/month.
Who delivers electricity in Del Rio?
AEP Texas handles all electricity delivery in Del Rio — the physical infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response. Under the deregulated model regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), your TDU (AEP Texas) is separate from your supplier. Your choice of REP (Retail Electric Provider) only affects who bills you for the supply portion and at what rate.
How do I switch electricity providers in Del Rio?
It takes about five minutes: compare plans, pick your provider, and enroll online. AEP Texas processes the switch in 1–2 business days under PUCT regulations. No technician visit, no interruption, no equipment changes. Your REP (Retail Electric Provider) handles all coordination with AEP Texas. Same power, same grid, same meter — just a new rate on your bill.
Are there renewable energy plans in Del Rio?
Yes — several Del Rio providers offer plans with partial or full renewable energy content through Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). These RECs match your usage with wind and solar generation on the ERCOT grid. No equipment changes are needed. AEP Texas delivers the power identically regardless of whether your plan includes renewable content. Check each plan’s EFL for the exact renewable percentage.
How much are electricity delivery charges in Del Rio?
AEP Texas’s delivery charges are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and identical for all Del Rio customers, regardless of supplier. These fees cover transmission, distribution infrastructure, and grid maintenance. When comparing Del Rio electricity plans, the rates shown at 1,000 kWh typically include delivery fees. Review each plan’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for the full breakdown of supply versus delivery costs.
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Del Rio?
Fixed-rate plans lock your supply rate for a set term (typically 3–36 months), protecting you from seasonal price spikes on the ERCOT grid. Variable-rate plans can change monthly based on wholesale electricity costs. In Del Rio, fixed plans currently start at 6.7¢/kWh. Most energy advisors recommend fixed rates for budget predictability, especially heading into summer when Texas wholesale prices historically spike.