Electricity plans in Brownsville
Compare 121+ plans by true cost from providers serving Brownsville. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated June 2026
Brownsville fast facts
- County
- Cameron County
- Population
- 185K
- TDU
- AEP
- Sample ZIP
- 78520
About Brownsville
What you're shopping for power in.
Brownsville is the southernmost large Texas city, on the Rio Grande in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Home to SpaceX's Boca Chica/Starbase, the Port of Brownsville, and UT Rio Grande Valley.
Climate & bill pattern
Subtropical climate — hot humid summers, very mild winters (rarely below freezing).
Year-round AC use (winter cooling rare but happens) and high humidity push bills up; bills run 9-10 months of meaningful cooling load per year.
Major employers
- ·Brownsville ISD
- ·Valley Regional Medical Center
- ·Cameron County
- ·Port of Brownsville
- ·SpaceX Starbase (nearby Boca Chica)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Riverbend
- ·El Jardin
- ·Los Indios
- ·Olmito
Best in Brownsville
Best plans in Brownsville
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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See the lowest true-cost rate from each retail electricity provider serving Brownsville.
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 121+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the AEP grid.
The average all-in rate in Brownsville 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 Brownsville?
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Approximately 14.9¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the AEP 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 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 121+ 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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Brownsville electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
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Move-in or first-time customer
Switch providers in Brownsville
1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Brownsville
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Cheap plans in Brownsville
Lowest available rates on AEP
Fixed-rate plans in Brownsville
Locked rate for the contract term
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No contract, flexible month-to-month
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