Electricity plans in Alpine
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Live Texas rates, updated June 2026
Alpine fast facts
- County
- Brewster County
- Population
- 5K
- TDU
- AEP Texas North
- Sample ZIP
- 79830
- AEP Texas North outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About Alpine
What you're shopping for power in.
Alpine is the Brewster County seat in the Big Bend region of far West Texas — home to Sul Ross State University and the gateway to Big Bend National Park. The most remote city of meaningful size in Texas.
Climate & bill pattern
High-desert semi-arid climate — hot dry summers, cool nights even in summer, surprisingly cold winters.
Mostly older 1,400-1,800 sq ft adobe and stick-built homes; high altitude (4,475 ft) reduces summer AC load significantly.
Major employers
- ·Sul Ross State University
- ·Alpine ISD
- ·Big Bend Regional Medical Center
- ·Tourism (Big Bend gateway)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Sul Ross campus area
- ·Downtown Alpine
- ·Sunny Glen
Best in Alpine
Best plans in Alpine
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 Alpine
Alpine is served by AEP Texas North as the local TDU. With a population of 5K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 121+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the AEP Texas North grid.
The average all-in rate in Alpine 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 Alpine?
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Approximately 14.9¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the AEP Texas North 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 Alpine?
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AEP Texas North 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 Alpine?
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Yes. Choose from 121+ plans available on the AEP Texas North 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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