Electricity plans in Alamo
Compare 115+ plans by true cost from providers serving Alamo. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated November 2026
Alamo fast facts
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Population
- 20K
- TDU
- AEP Texas Central
- Sample ZIP
- 78516
- AEP Texas Central outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About Alamo
Electricity and living in Alamo.
Alamo is a Rio Grande Valley city in Hidalgo County between McAllen and Donna — a small city anchored by agriculture, the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, and the McAllen retail-and-medical corridor. Despite the name, no connection to the San Antonio mission.
Climate & bill pattern
RGV subtropical climate — 10 months of meaningful AC load, brief mild winters with rare hard freezes.
Compact single-story homes (1,100-1,500 sq ft) with central AC running most of the year. Total annual usage runs noticeably higher than equivalent square footage in the DFW or Houston metros.
Major employers
- ·Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD
- ·South Texas Health System (proximate)
- ·Hidalgo County government
- ·Valley International Airport (proximate)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Citrus City
- ·Old Highway 281 corridor
- ·Country Club Estates
- ·El Paisano
Best in Alamo
Best plans in Alamo
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
The Lone Saver Plus 20
Rhythm Max Saver 20
SimpleSaver 9
SimpleSaver 12
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Alamo
Alamo is served by AEP Texas Central as the local TDU. With a population of 20K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 115+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the AEP Texas Central grid.
The live plans we list in Alamo average 14.1¢/kWh all-in at 1,000 kWh usage. Actual rates vary by plan type, contract length, and how much your home uses. Fixed-rate plans typically offer the best value for households that don't want to think about rate swings.
Switching is 1-3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Alamo?
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The live plans we list on the AEP Texas Central grid average 14.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Alamo start around 6.5¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Alamo?
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AEP Texas Central maintains the power lines and infrastructure. TDU charges are the same regardless of your retail provider — set by the Public Utility Commission.
Can I switch providers in Alamo?
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Yes. Choose from 115+ plans available on the AEP Texas Central grid. Switching takes 1–3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
How are the rankings calculated?
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We sort by the real monthly bill at your home's usage — not the flat 1,000 kWh advertised rate. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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