Electricity plans in Alamo
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Live Texas rates, updated June 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
What you're shopping for power in.
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.
SimpleSaver 13
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
SimpleSaver 12
Maxx Saver Value 8
SimpleSaver 8
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 121+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the AEP Texas Central grid.
The average all-in rate in Alamo is currently 14.9¢/kWh 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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Approximately 14.9¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the AEP Texas Central grid span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates available statewide start around 7.8¢/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 121+ 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 advertised rate at 2,000 kWh. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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