Port Lavaca, Texas · AEP Texas Central territory

Electricity plans in Port Lavaca

Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Port Lavaca. Find the right rate for your home.

Live Texas rates, updated August 2026

Average rate
15.2¢
per kWh
Plans
119+
on your meter
Population
11K
Calhoun County
Utility
AEP
AEP Texas Central

Port Lavaca fast facts

County
Calhoun County
Population
11K
TDU
AEP Texas Central
Sample ZIP
77979
AEP Texas Central outage / switch-hold line
1-866-223-8508

About Port Lavaca

What you're shopping for power in.

Port Lavaca is the Calhoun County seat — a coastal Texas city on Matagorda Bay, anchored by Formosa Plastics' massive Point Comfort complex (one of the largest petrochemical sites in the U.S.). Commercial shrimping and oysters are still part of the local economy.

Climate & bill pattern

Coastal humid Gulf Coast climate with significant hurricane exposure; salt-air corrosion affects HVAC equipment over time.

Mix of older coastal homes (1,200-1,500 sq ft) and newer raised builds. Salt air shortens AC equipment life — replacement costs come on top of the monthly bill.

Major employers

  • ·Formosa Plastics (Point Comfort)
  • ·Calhoun County government
  • ·Calhoun ISD
  • ·Memorial Medical Center
  • ·Alcoa Calhoun (legacy)

Known neighborhoods

  • ·Bayfront
  • ·Magnolia Beach (adjacent)
  • ·Indian Point
  • ·Six Mile area

Best in Port Lavaca

Best plans in Port Lavaca

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

APGE
Best rate
APGE

SimpleSaver 11

Best for Port Lavaca residents
Rate
7.0 ¢/kWh
Term
11 Months fixed
Monthly
$70 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100
APGE
APGE

SimpleSaver 12

Rate
7.1 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$71 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Utilities

Saver Plus 12

Rate
7.1 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$71 at 1,000 kWh
Score
87 /100
Gexa Energy
Gexa Energy

Eco Saver Plus 12

Rate
7.1 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$71 at 1,000 kWh
Score
98 /100
Rhythm Energy
Rhythm Energy

Rhythm Max Saver 12

Rate
7.2 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$72 at 1,000 kWh
Score
98 /100
Energy Texas
Energy Texas

The Lone Saver Plus 12

Rate
7.2 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$72 at 1,000 kWh
Score
96 /100

Local guide

About electricity in Port Lavaca

Port Lavaca is served by AEP Texas Central as the local TDU. With a population of 11K, 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 Port Lavaca 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 Port Lavaca?

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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 Port Lavaca start around 7.0¢/kWh.

Who is the TDU for Port Lavaca?

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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 Port Lavaca?

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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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