Electricity plans in Edinburg
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Edinburg. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Edinburg fast facts
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Population
- 105K
- TDU
- AEP Texas Central
- Sample ZIP
- 78539
- AEP Texas Central outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About Edinburg
What you're shopping for power in.
Edinburg is the Hidalgo County seat, home to UT Rio Grande Valley's main campus and an increasingly diverse economy.
Climate & bill pattern
Subtropical climate.
Year-round AC with the same long cooling season as McAllen/Brownsville.
Major employers
- ·UT Rio Grande Valley
- ·Edinburg CISD
- ·DHR Health
- ·Edinburg Regional Medical Center
- ·Hidalgo County government
Known neighborhoods
- ·Cano Park
- ·Las Lomas
- ·North Edinburg
- ·Stewart Place
Best in Edinburg
Best plans in Edinburg
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
SimpleSaver 11
SimpleSaver 12
Saver Plus 12
Eco Saver Plus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Providers
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See the lowest true-cost rate from each retail electricity provider serving Edinburg.
Local guide
About electricity in Edinburg
Edinburg is served by AEP Texas Central as the local TDU. With a population of 105K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 119+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the AEP Texas Central grid.
The live plans we list in Edinburg average 15.2¢/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 Edinburg?
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The live plans we list on the AEP Texas Central grid average 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Edinburg start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Edinburg?
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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 Edinburg?
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Yes. Choose from 119+ 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 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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1–3 days, no service interruption
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Cheap plans in Edinburg
Lowest available rates on AEP Texas Central
Fixed-rate plans in Edinburg
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in Edinburg
No contract, flexible month-to-month
No-deposit plans in Edinburg
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Best providers in Edinburg
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