Electricity rates in Agua Dulce, TX
Agua Dulce (3,014 people, Nueces County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on AEP Texas Central Company pay about 12.00¢/kWh, 25% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Agua Dulce
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
| City of Robstown | Municipal utility | 12.93¢ | $224 | 4,498 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Agua Dulce
AEP Texas Central Company area. Prices include delivery charges, shown at three usage levels from Power to Choose (2026-10-21).
| Provider · plan | Term | 500 kWh | 1,000 kWh | 2,000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP Gas & Electric · SimpleSaver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.8¢ | 6.0¢ | 12.1¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.0¢ | 6.1¢ | 12.2¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.6¢ | 6.8¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.3¢ | 8.0¢ | 12.8¢ |
| Amigo Energy · Power Perks - 12usage credit | 12 mo | 22.3¢ | 9.5¢ | 15.6¢ |
Power outages in Nueces County right now
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Outage history in Nueces County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 213 | 287 |
| Days with outages | 86 | 80 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,886 (4.2%) | 15,893 (9.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-06-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (213 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Horizon City 16.4¢
- Sparks 16.4¢
- Clint 16.4¢
- Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia 16.4¢
- San Elizario 16.4¢
- Socorro 16.4¢
- Fabens 16.4¢
- Tornillo 16.4¢
- Fort Bliss 16.4¢
- El Paso 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 78330
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Agua Dulce?
Most homes in Agua Dulce get power from AEP Texas Central Company, where residential customers pay an average of 12.00¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Agua Dulce: Nueces Electric Cooperative (14.99¢), San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢), City of Robstown (12.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Agua Dulce?
About $138 a month, based on 1,154 kWh a month (the average for AEP Texas Central Company customers) at 12.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Agua Dulce, TX?
4 utilities serve Agua Dulce's ZIP codes: AEP Texas Central Company, Nueces Electric Cooperative, San Patricio Electric Co-op, City of Robstown. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Agua Dulce is in Texas's competitive market, so AEP Texas Central Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Agua Dulce?
In 2025, customers in Nueces County averaged 4 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 80 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-16, when 15,893 customers (9.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.