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What Edinburg plans cost right now

Live pricing for the AEP Central delivery territory · August 2026

15.2¢
Average across live Edinburg plans
7.0¢
Where plans we price start today
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Computed across 123 live plans at 1,000 kWh, AEP Central delivery included — every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with. Same wires either way; only the contract changes.

Advertised rates are built to win the ad, not your bill — they only hold at one exact usage. Every number on this page already bakes in fees, credits, and delivery, so the trick doesn’t work here.

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Top plans

Top Edinburg plans by monthly usage

Fees and bill credits bend each plan’s price curve — that’s how a bargain ad turns into an ugly bill. Pick the tab closest to your monthly usage and the trick stops working. Delivery included.

Order now = online checkout in about 10 minutes. Pick your start date — same-day at most addresses — and your account number arrives by email.

Today’s standout

Best-value 12-month plan

Saver Plus 12

Frontier Utilities

7.0¢

at 1,000 kWh

$70

est. monthly total

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The lowest effective 12-month rate we price in the Edinburg area today. Your usage may crown a different winner — price it at your numbers.

Your delivery utility

Who delivers electricity in Edinburg

AEP Central owns and maintains the poles, wires, and meters in Edinburg. Whichever plan you pick, AEP Central still delivers the power and restores outages — switching providers never changes your wires. Every price on this page already includes AEP Central delivery charges. If a rate elsewhere looks lower, check whether delivery is in it yet.

Quick answers

Edinburg electricity questions, answered

As of August 2026, plans we offer in the AEP Central territory average 15.2¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly use, and today’s lowest effective rate is 7.0¢. Advertised rates move with your usage, so price plans at your own numbers.

AEP Central is Edinburg’s transmission and delivery utility. It owns the wires and meters and restores outages. You choose your retail electricity provider; AEP Central delivers no matter who you pick.

Yes — most Edinburg addresses have smart meters, so orders placed by 5 p.m. on a business day can start the same day. Pick your start date at checkout, up to 90 days ahead.

Compare effective rates at YOUR usage, not advertised rates — fees and bill credits bend each plan differently. Check the contract length and cancellation fee, then confirm delivery charges are included. The tables on this page do all three, and checkout takes about ten minutes.

Yes. Texas law gives you a 14-day window before your contract end date to switch with NO early-termination fee. Find your end date on your bill, then shop it today — the expensive move is drifting onto a holdover rate.

It changes with your usage. The lowest effective rate we price in Edinburg today is 7.0¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh — but a plan that wins at 1,000 kWh can lose at 2,000. Enter your ZIP and usage to see which company is cheapest for your home.

We currently price 123 plans in Edinburg, every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with, priced with delivery included.

Who sells here

Electricity companies serving Edinburg

17 providers sell into the AEP Central territory today, between them offering 123 residential plans. Cheapest first, priced at 1,000 kWh with fees and delivery included.

17
companies selling here
7.0¢
cheapest today, all in
123
plans between them

Every provider here is licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. A licence says they can sell to you; it says nothing about whether the plan is any good. Compare the total at your own usage, not the headline rate.

By ZIP code

Electricity rates by ZIP code in Edinburg

Edinburg spans 13 ZIP codes. Rates are set by delivery territory rather than ZIP, so these will usually match — check yours if your street sits on a boundary.

Why Texans trust us

We’d rather you stay than switch wrong

We’ve read thousands of confusing Texas bills. We know the sting when the “great rate” turns out to be neither — and it’s not because you did anything wrong.

We tell 47% of shoppers to keep the plan they already have.

Online checkout takes about 10 minutes, start date up to 90 days out.

Ten minutes from now you can be done with it: plan locked at your real usage, start date set, account number in your inbox.

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Moving to Edinburg? Set up your utilities in one pass

Electricity is the only utility you choose — and the only one where the wrong pick costs you every month. The rest come fixed with your address. The whole list:

  1. 1

    Turn on electricity

    Most Edinburg addresses have smart meters — order by 5 p.m. on a business day and power can start the same day. Pick from today’s plans above, or price every plan we offer at your usage.

    Price plans for your new address →
  2. 2

    Start water & sewer

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

    City of Edinburg Utilities Department Call 956-388-8212 Website →
  3. 3

    Connect natural gas

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

  4. 4

    Set up trash & recycling

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

    City of Edinburg Solid Waste Services Call 956-388-8212 Website →
Go deeper The full Edinburg electricity guide Read the guide ↓

About Edinburg: population 101,170 · Hidalgo County · deregulated — you choose your provider.

Your insider’s guide to finding the best electricity rates and energy plans in Edinburg

Edinburg residents and business owners can use this extensive guide to learn about affordable electricity options.

Edinburg electricity rates

ProviderPlanPriceTermCancellation FeeTypeDocs
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Frontier UtilitiesSaver Plus 12 Credits7.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
A
APGESimpleSaver 10 Credits7.0c per kWh10 Mo$150Fixed
G
Gexa EnergyEco Saver Plus 12 Green Credits7.1c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
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Gexa EnergySaver Plus 12 Credits7.1c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
A
APGESimpleSaver 12 Credits7.1c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
R
Rhythm EnergyRhythm Max Saver 12 Green Credits7.2c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
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Energy TexasThe Lone Saver Plus 12 Green Credits7.2c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
R
Rhythm EnergyRhythm Max Saver 24 Green Credits7.3c per kWh24 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Total: 123 plans Utility: AEP Texas Fetched: 9:28 PM

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Compare Power is a service that has provided free assistance to Edinburg customers since 2009. With Compare Power, you can choose your home’s electric provider.

The site allows Edinburg residents to see every available energy plan in a standardized format. Compare Power’s format allows like-to-like comparisons of affordable energy quotes.

Instead of researching quotes for hours, you can use Compare Power to find your next energy plan in minutes.

Instantly compare competing Edinburg electricity companies

Edinburg residents benefited from the state’s deregulation of the electricity market in 2002. This move eliminated the possibility of a monopolized market in most Texas cities.

What does this mean for you? The possibility of significant savings on your energy bill. Electricity providers compete for your business by offering affordable rates and other incentives.

You can use Compare Power to review hundreds of plans from providers operating in Edinburg. Once you find your next plan, you can stay on the site to complete the signup process.

Average electricity rates in Edinburg

May 2026

The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 16.4¢, 11% less than the U.S. average.

EIA Rates

Residential · Texas · last 24 months

14.6¢15.2¢15.8¢16.4¢17.0¢06/2405/2505/26
Latest
16.4¢/kWh
Period avg
15.5¢/kWh
Min
14.6¢/kWh
Max
17.0¢/kWh
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA Form 826) · snapshot 2026-07-23.
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How to find the best energy plan in Edinburg

#1 Rule: Know your usage!

Your monthly usage rate is a key variable when shopping for affordable electricity in Edinburg. Why?

Electricity companies often use a standard rate of 2,000 kWh to determine quotes. This is fine if you use that amount of energy, but you might be surprised by a large bill if your monthly rate is higher than the quote.

Compare Power offers a better way to comparison shop for quotes.

Knowing your monthly usage pattern for the previous year is a good way to find an accurate quote. This information allows Compare Power to craft customized quotes to your needs. Each quoted rate includes the base price, fees, and taxes that might not be available through other shopping tools.

With your zip code and usage numbers in tow, you can find a plan and complete the switch without leaving Compare Power.

Energy usage history document showing monthly consumption data with pen pointing to figures

Without your usage, take your best guess.

A good guess of your anticipated monthly usage in a new home is the best alternative to exact figures.

While it works better to have exact numbers, an educated guess is better than selecting the first plan you see.

Use Compare Power to find the best energy plan for your**specific usage.

Moving to Edinburg: Setting up electricity

Edinburg offers abundant attractions for sports fans and outdoor enthusiasts. The city hosts minor league basketball and soccer teams. Edinburg is also home to the Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center, a 40-acre birdwatching park.

Important: First-time homeowners or residents who haven’t set up energy plans should work hard to determine the previous year’s usage rate.

Compare Power will use your usage rate to crunch the numbers on available electrical plans in Edinburg.

If you don’t have access to these numbers, ask the previous owner to help with your research. With a review of previous bills, you can save hundreds of dollars each year in electrical savings.

Note: If you can’t obtain a usage history, you can estimate your monthly usage instead. When you enter your zip code, use Compare Power’s “Help Me Choose” tool. You can sign up instantly for a plan once you’ve found the right provider.

Switching electricity companies in Edinburg

You should add a reminder each year to search for affordable electricity rates. It is smart to check for new rates at least 60 days in advance of your current contract so you can anticipate a plan switch. Your current provider may use your contract’s end to raise the price per kWh, so you should take advantage of the deregulated market in Edinburg.

Electric plug on hundred dollar bills with utility bill showing balance and electric charges

Once you find your next energy provider, switching from your old provider is simple. Your new provider will handle the cancellation process and take care of new paperwork in mere minutes. Your power will remain on throughout the process because the wires and poles don’t change hands.

Texas law allows Edinburg residents to cancel their contracts within 14 days of expiration without paying penalties. Savings found on Compare Power can also offset any penalties accrued from early cancellation.

Edinburg energy companies

Provider Phone Rating
Good Charlie Energy 800-205-5230 4.9 (1,380)
Ambit Energy 877-282-6248 4.7 (563)
Frontier Utilities 877-437-7442 4.7 (16,419)
Gexa Energy 866-961-9399 4.7 (27,650)
Payless Power 855-854-8490 4.7 (22,601)
Pogo Energy 888-764-6669 4.7 (4,048)
Rhythm Energy 855-441-3030 4.7 (5,430)
TXU Energy 866-370-2440 4.7 (9,779)
Constellation 888-900-7052 4.6 (3,711)
Veteran Energy 800-578-7070 4.6 (1,322)
4Change Energy 855-784-2426 4.5
Amigo Energy 214-550-6496 4.5 (17)
BKV Energy 855-258-4797 4.5 (1,131)
Clearview Energy 800-746-4702 4.4 (1,068)
Just Energy 214-245-4065 4.4 (448)
Power Express 877-400-0232 4.4 (208)
Reliant 877-282-6248 4.4 (2,521)
Alliance Power 877-777-2017 4.3 (6)
APGE 877-544-4857 4.3 (2,732)
Chariot Energy 844-854-2257 4.2 (989)
Spark Energy 877-547-7275 4.2 (2,602)
Stream Energy 888-962-5888 4.2 (1,241)
TriEagle Energy 888-893-6737 4.2 (2,247)
Direct Energy 855-461-1926 4.0 (1,681)
Octopus Energy 833-628-6888 4.0 (126)
STAT Energy 855-207-7828 4.0 (100)
Varsity Energy 877-827-7389 4.0 (118)
Acacia Energy 877-997-2946 3.9 (1,800)
Green Mountain 877-245-7795 3.9 (3,294)
IronHorse 866-316-1549 3.9 (160)

Showing 30 active providers · residential. Sorted by Google rating.

Looking for a great electric company in Edinburg?

You can sign up for service with great companies such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

No-deposit electricity plans in Edinburg

As you search for affordable electricity plans in Edinburg, you may come across plans that require deposits. With Compare Power, you can find no-deposit plans easily, so you don’t have to pay upfront for your power.

Compare Power indicates whether a plan in your community requires a deposit. This saves you time and money. With a few clicks of the mouse, you can select your new plan and move to the next item on your to-do list.

Learn how to get no-deposit lights.

Deposit Waivers

You may be eligible to have the deposit waived if you meet one of the requirements from the Texas Public Utility Commission §25.478 - PUCT §25.478.

If you have any questions about deposit waivers, you can contact us. One of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible.

Edinburg business electricity plans

Edinburg’s location near the U.S./Mexico border, a local university, and a growing population provide plenty of reasons to run a business in the city. Your business can grow by keeping monthly electricity bills as low as possible.

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You need not spend hours finding commercial energy plans for your business. Compare Power uses a sealed bid process to gather quotes from commercial providers in Edinburg.

Once ready for a new plan, you’ll receive bids from area providers looking to serve your business. You can select a plan, complete registration, and start your new energy plan without leaving Compare Power.

Click hereto get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Edinburg utilities

Electricity

To learn more about smart meters or to download your Electricity Usage, visit (866) 223-8508.

To report an issue with your electricity service or power outages in Edinburg, call (866) 223-8508 or https://www.aeptexas.com/contact.

Gas

For gas service in Edinburg, call or visit https://www.atmosenergy.com at 888-286-6700.

Garbage/Recycling Pickup

In Edinburg, garbage, sewer, and recycling services are included with your water utilities bill from the City of Edinburg.

Water

The https://www.cityofedinburg.com/utilitieshttps://www.cityofedinburg.com/utilitieshttps://www.cityofedinburg.com/utilities is a public utility owned by the City of Edinburg, TX.

Customer Care: 956-388-8212

Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm.

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Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Edinburg was founded in 1908 by John Closner, who named it after his birthplace of Edinburgh, Scotland, though he dropped the 'h' to make it more American. The town was established as a railroad depot for the St. Louis, Brownsville and Mexico Railway, serving as a crucial shipping point for citrus and cotton from the Rio Grande Valley to markets across the United States.

RECENT

In 2018, Edinburg opened the Museum of South Texas History, a $22 million facility that became the largest history museum in South Texas. The museum showcases 14,000 years of regional history and has attracted over 200,000 visitors since opening, significantly boosting the city's cultural tourism profile.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Edinburg is the birthplace of Kika de la Garza, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives for 32 years and became known as the 'King of Agriculture' for his work on farm policy. The USDA's research center in Weslaco was renamed the Kika de la Garza Subtropical Agricultural Research Center in his honor, and he was instrumental in securing millions in federal funding for Rio Grande Valley infrastructure.

DID YOU KNOW

Edinburg is home to the world's largest killer bee research facility, operated by the USDA at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Scientists here study Africanized honey bees and have developed crucial protocols used worldwide for managing these aggressive insects, including the bee suits and safety procedures now standard in beekeeping operations globally.

CULTURAL

Edinburg hosts the annual Fiesta Edinburg festival, which features the unique tradition of 'Charreada' - Mexican rodeo competitions that showcase horseback riding skills passed down through generations. The city is also known as the 'Gateway to South Padre Island' and maintains strong cultural ties to Mexico, with over 90% of residents being of Hispanic heritage, making it one of the most culturally homogeneous cities in Texas.

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

956-388-8200

Website

415 W University Dr, Edinburg, TX 78539

Water

City of Edinburg Utilities Department

956-388-8212

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Edinburg Solid Waste Services

956-388-8212

Website

School District

Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District

956-289-2300

Website

Public Library

956-383-6246

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