Harlingen Electricity Rates
Harlingen residents can choose from 173 electricity plans across 32 competing providers. 32 providers compete here, offering 173 plans between 6.7¢ and 19.2¢/kWh. Average rate: 12.69¢/kWh. Switching to the cheapest plan saves 47% ($60/month) versus the average rate.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Harlingen
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¢
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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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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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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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.30¢
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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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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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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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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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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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
Essential Infusion 3 - 10.90¢
3 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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Chariot Energy
Bright Nights 6 - 11.20¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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11.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Harlingen electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Harlingen Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Harlingen 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 Harlingen. The typical AEP Texas customer sees roughly 1.3 outages per year, each lasting about 102 minutes.
Harlingen Electric Bills
At Harlingen’s average rate of 12.7¢/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 Harlingen home’s bill ranges from about $103 in Mar to $217 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.
Harlingen Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Harlingen Grid Status
As of , there are 4 customers without power in Harlingen’s Cameron County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 290,066 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the AEP Texas service territory. Statewide, 6,013 Texas customers are without power across 86 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
AEP Texas customers in Harlingen 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 Harlingen right now?
Yes. As of , there are 4 customers without power in Harlingen (Cameron County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 290,066 tracked customers.
Best Harlingen Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Harlingen’s subtropical climate means AC runs 10–11 months a year. The average household uses 1,200–1,500 kWh/month.
- Companion Energy
- 10.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Companion Energy
- 9.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
Harlingen Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 32 retail providers serving Harlingen’s AEP Texas territory.
Harlingen Business Electricity Rates
Harlingen’s economy centers on healthcare, aviation, and a growing Winter Texan tourism industry.
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.
Harlingen Solar
Harlingen gets about 5.5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 12.7¢/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 $16,425 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Harlingen Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Harlingen, Texas.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Harlingen right now?
6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — that’s the best rate available in Harlingen today, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (SimpleSaver 12 - 6.70¢). The average plan runs 12.69¢/kWh, so shopping the bottom of the market saves roughly $60/month. Harlingen is served by 32 PUCT-licensed Retail Electric Providers offering 173 plans. All plans use the same AEP Texas delivery infrastructure, so the only difference is price and contract terms.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Harlingen?
Based on today’s average rate of 12.69¢/kWh, expect about $127/month for 1,000 kWh of usage in Harlingen. EIA data shows Texas homes typically consume 1,140 kWh/month, above the national average. On the cheapest plan at 6.7¢, supply drops to $67/month. Add AEP Texas’s regulated delivery fees for the total bill amount.
Who delivers electricity in Harlingen?
AEP Texas handles all electricity delivery in Harlingen — 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 Harlingen?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider) from the 32 providers serving Harlingen, 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 Harlingen?
Harlingen 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 Texas 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 Harlingen?
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 Harlingen. 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 Harlingen?
In Harlingen, fixed-rate plans start at 6.7¢/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).