Electricity rates in Alpine, TX
Alpine (5,952 people, Brewster County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Rio Grande Electric Co-op pay about 18.87¢/kWh, 18% more than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Alpine
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.87¢ | $173 | 9,371 | 195 |
| AEP Texas North Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.80¢ | $126 | 158K | 133 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Alpine
AEP Texas North 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 | 18.9¢ | 6.1¢ | 12.2¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.1¢ | 6.2¢ | 12.3¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.6¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 10.5¢ | 10.6¢ | 10.7¢ |
Power outages in Brewster County right now
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Outage history in Brewster County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 54,869 | 38,950 |
| Days with outages | 68 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,467 (1111.3%) | 1,758 (791.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-22 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (54,869 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Davis 18.9¢
- Marfa 18.9¢
- Fort Stockton 18.9¢
- Presidio 18.9¢
- Pecos 18.9¢
- Van Horn 16.4¢
- Monahans 13.2¢
- Wink 13.2¢
- McCamey 13.2¢
- Crane 13.2¢
ZIP codes: 79830, 79831, 79832
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alpine?
Most homes in Alpine get power from Rio Grande Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 18.87¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Alpine: AEP Texas North Company (12.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Alpine?
About $173 a month, based on 919 kWh a month (the average for Rio Grande Electric Co-op customers) at 18.87¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alpine, TX?
2 utilities serve Alpine's ZIP codes: Rio Grande Electric Co-op, AEP Texas North Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Alpine is in Texas's competitive market, so AEP Texas North Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Alpine?
In 2025, customers in Brewster County averaged 649 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 1,758 customers (791.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.