Electricity plans in McAllen
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving McAllen. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
McAllen fast facts
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Population
- 145K
- TDU
- AEP Texas Central
- Sample ZIP
- 78501
- AEP Texas Central outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About McAllen
What you're shopping for power in.
McAllen is the largest city in the Lower Rio Grande Valley and a major retail and medical hub (the McAllen Convention Center, La Plaza Mall). Strong cross-border economy.
Climate & bill pattern
Subtropical climate — hot humid summers, very mild winters.
Same pattern as Brownsville — 9-10 months of meaningful cooling load; bills run high for the home size.
Major employers
- ·McAllen ISD
- ·Edinburg CISD
- ·DHR Health
- ·UT Rio Grande Valley
- ·South Texas Health System
Known neighborhoods
- ·Sharyland (adjacent Mission)
- ·North McAllen
- ·Las Brisas
- ·Bentsen Palm
Best in McAllen
Best plans in McAllen
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 McAllen.
Local guide
About electricity in McAllen
McAllen is served by AEP Texas Central as the local TDU. With a population of 145K, 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 McAllen 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 McAllen?
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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 McAllen start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for McAllen?
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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 McAllen?
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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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McAllen electricity plans
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1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in McAllen
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Lowest available rates on AEP Texas Central
Fixed-rate plans in McAllen
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in McAllen
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Best providers in McAllen
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