Electricity plans in Brownwood
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Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Brownwood fast facts
- County
- Brown County
- Population
- 18K
- TDU
- AEP Texas North
- Sample ZIP
- 76801
- AEP Texas North outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About Brownwood
What you're shopping for power in.
Brownwood is the Brown County seat — a Central Texas city of about 18,000 on the rolling edge of the Hill Country, anchored by Howard Payne University and the Camp Bowie Texas Army National Guard training site. Lake Brownwood (state park) is a regional outdoor draw.
Climate & bill pattern
Hot dry summers with high UV, cold dry winters with occasional snow, and significant wind exposure on the open Cross Timbers terrain.
Mix of older homes (1,400-1,700 sq ft) and newer builds. Dry-summer climate means lower humidity AC load than coastal Texas, but higher peak loads on the hottest July afternoons.
Major employers
- ·Howard Payne University
- ·Brownwood Regional Medical Center
- ·3M (Brownwood plant)
- ·Brownwood ISD
- ·Brown County government
Known neighborhoods
- ·Coggin Park
- ·Pecan Bayou
- ·Pecan Valley
- ·Crockett Heights
- ·Country Club
Best in Brownwood
Best plans in Brownwood
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
Power Plus - 12
Power Plus - 24
SimpleSaver 11
SimpleSaver 8
Maxx Saver Value 8
SimpleSaver 12
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Brownwood
Brownwood is served by AEP Texas North as the local TDU. With a population of 18K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 118+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the AEP Texas North grid.
The live plans we list in Brownwood average 16.0¢/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 Brownwood?
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The live plans we list on the AEP Texas North grid average 16.0¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Brownwood start around 6.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Brownwood?
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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 Brownwood?
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Yes. Choose from 118+ 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 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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