Electricity plans in Edinburg
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Edinburg. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated September 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 9
SimpleSaver 12
Maxx Saver Value 12
Saver Plus 12
Eco Saver Plus 12
Saver Plus 12
Providers
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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 117+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the AEP Texas Central grid.
The live plans we list in Edinburg average 14.5¢/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 14.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Edinburg start around 6.8¢/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 117+ 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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Plan types available, providers serving the city
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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
Top-rated providers serving AEP Texas Central
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