Electricity rates in Aransas Pass, TX
Aransas Pass (8,530 people, San Patricio County) is served by 2 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 Aransas Pass
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| San Patricio Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $169 | 10K | 240 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Aransas Pass
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 San Patricio County right now
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Outage history in San Patricio County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 333 | 394 |
| Days with outages | 68 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,003 (14%) | 8,787 (24.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-08 | 2025-11-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (333 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ingleside 12.0¢
- Port Aransas 12.0¢
- Gregory 12.0¢
- Rockport 12.0¢
- Portland 12.0¢
- Fulton 12.0¢
- Taft 14.6¢
- Taft Southwest (historical) 14.6¢
- Corpus Christi 14.6¢
- Sinton 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 78335, 78336
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Aransas Pass?
Most homes in Aransas Pass 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 Aransas Pass: San Patricio Electric Co-op (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in Aransas Pass?
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 Aransas Pass, TX?
2 utilities serve Aransas Pass's ZIP codes: AEP Texas Central Company, San Patricio Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Aransas Pass 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 Aransas Pass?
In 2025, customers in San Patricio County averaged 6 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-02, when 8,787 customers (24.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.