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Brownsville, Texas · AEP territory

Electricity plans in Brownsville

Compare 109+ plans by true cost from providers serving Brownsville. Find the right rate for your home.

Updated April 2026 · Rates verified by ComparePower.com

Average rate
12.5¢
per kWh
Lowest rate
7.7¢
per kWh
Plans
109+
on your meter
Utility
AEP
AEP

Brownsville fast facts

County
Cameron County
Population
185K
TDU
AEP
Sample ZIP
78520

Best in Brownsville

Best plans in Brownsville

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

APG&E
Best rate
APG&E

SimpleSaver 14

Best for Brownsville residents
Rate
7.7 ¢/kWh
Term
14 Months fixed
Monthly
$77 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100
Just Energy
Just Energy

Smart Choice 12

Rate
7.7 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$77 at 1,000 kWh
Score
79 /100
Gexa Energy
Gexa Energy

Eco Saver Plus 12

Rate
7.8 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$78 at 1,000 kWh
Score
93 /100
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Utilities

Saver Plus 12

Rate
7.8 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$78 at 1,000 kWh
Score
84 /100
4Change Energy
4Change Energy

Maxx Saver Value 12

Rate
7.8 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$78 at 1,000 kWh
Score
79 /100
Cirro Energy
Cirro Energy

Bill Bonus 12

Rate
7.8 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$78 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100

Local guide

About electricity in Brownsville

Brownsville is served by AEP as the local TDU. With a population of 185K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 109+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the AEP grid.

The average all-in rate in Brownsville is currently 12.5¢/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 Brownsville?

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Approximately 12.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the AEP grid range from 7.7¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.

Who is the TDU for Brownsville?

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AEP 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 Brownsville?

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Yes. Choose from 109+ plans available on the AEP 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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