McAllen Electricity Rates
Today’s cheapest McAllen electricity rate is 6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Across 180 plans from 38 providers, rates average 13.59¢/kWh and top out at 19.4¢. 80 of 180 plans are priced between 12-14¢/kWh.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in McAllen
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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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 6.90¢
12 months
Low Rate
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6.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Low Rate
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7.40¢
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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7.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.74¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 7.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 9.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 9.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 9.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 10.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octopus Lite 12 - 11.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 11.40¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 11.60¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
12 Month Usage Bill Credit - 11.60¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion + Perks 12 - 11.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 11.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 11.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Abundance Energy
Straight Forward 12 - 12.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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GOOD CHARLIE & CO LLC
GoodEnergy 12 - 12.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest McAllen electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
McAllen Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in McAllen 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 McAllen. The typical AEP Texas customer sees roughly 1.3 outages per year, each lasting about 102 minutes.
McAllen Electric Bills
At McAllen’s average rate of 13.6¢/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 McAllen home’s bill ranges from about $110 in Mar to $233 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.
McAllen Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
McAllen Grid Status
As of , there are 4 customers without power in McAllen’s Hidalgo County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 233,067 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the AEP Texas service territory. Statewide, 145,540 Texas customers are without power across 998 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
AEP Texas customers in McAllen 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 McAllen right now?
Yes. As of , there are 4 customers without power in McAllen (Hidalgo County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 233,067 tracked customers.
Best McAllen Electricity Plans by Usage Level
McAllen’s subtropical Valley climate means near year-round AC demand. The average household uses 1,100–1,400 kWh/month, with blazing summer heat pushing usage well beyond that. Plan choice has a bigger impact here than in milder climates.
- True Power
- 11.8¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-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
- True Power
- 11.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
Rio Grande Valley Heat Advisory
McAllen regularly records summer highs above 100°F with high humidity. A home using 1,000 kWh in mild weather can exceed 1,800–2,400 kWh in midsummer. Always compare plans at the 2,000 kWh tier for a realistic summer estimate.
McAllen Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 38 retail providers serving McAllen’s AEP Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Hidalgo County residents today.
McAllen Business Electricity Rates
McAllen’s economy thrives on cross-border trade, healthcare, and retail — it’s the commercial hub of the Rio Grande Valley. From the McAllen Foreign Trade Zone to the massive retail corridor along Expressway 83, businesses of all sizes access deregulated commercial 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.
McAllen Solar
McAllen gets about 5.8 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.6¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.
Texas context: 122,184 homes in the state have already installed rooftop solar (875 MW of residential capacity).
Estimate assumes a 7 kW system at $2.75/watt, an 80% performance ratio, and the 30% federal tax credit. Over 25 years the system would net roughly $26,800 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
McAllen Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in McAllen, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in McAllen?
McAllen is in a deregulated electricity market. AEP Texas is the TDU that delivers power through the local grid, but you choose which REP (Retail Electric Provider) provides your electricity supply. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) oversees the market to ensure fair competition.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in McAllen right now?
The cheapest McAllen electricity rate is 6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (SimpleSaver 12 - 6.70¢). The average across all 180 available plans is 13.59¢/kWh. Rates are updated multiple times daily.
What is the average monthly electric bill in McAllen?
At the current average rate of 13.59¢/kWh, a McAllen home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $136/month for electricity supply. Actual bills depend on usage, which varies seasonally.
Who delivers electricity in McAllen?
AEP Texas is the electric delivery company for McAllen. They own and maintain the poles, wires, and meters. Regardless of which supplier you choose, AEP Texas delivers your power.
How do I switch electricity providers in McAllen?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider), enroll online or by phone, and they handle the AEP Texas transition. The switch takes 1–2 business days with no service interruption — no one visits your home and your power stays on the entire time.
What happens when my contract expires?
When your contract ends, you may roll onto a variable rate from your current supplier or revert to AEP Texas’s default supply rate. It’s best to reshop before expiration to lock in a new competitive rate.
How do McAllen business electricity rates work?
Commercial rates in McAllen are custom-quoted based on your peak demand, load profile, and contract length. Unlike residential plans, business pricing includes demand charges. Compare certified suppliers for the best commercial rate.
Who handles power outages in McAllen?
AEP Texas. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.