Electricity rates in Benavides, TX
Benavides (1,317 people, Duval County) is served by 3 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 Benavides
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Medina Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.93¢ | $149 | 31K | 300 |
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Benavides
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 Duval County right now
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Outage history in Duval County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 939 | 971 |
| Days with outages | 75 | 73 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,281 (27.6%) | 1,224 (26.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-09 | 2025-06-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (939 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- San Diego 15.0¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Freer 12.9¢
- Premont 15.0¢
- Hebbronville 12.9¢
- Falfurrias 12.9¢
- Kingsville 15.0¢
- Ricardo 15.0¢
- Bishop 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 78341
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Benavides?
Most homes in Benavides 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 Benavides: Medina Electric Co-op (12.93¢), Nueces Electric Cooperative (14.99¢).
What is the average electric bill in Benavides?
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 Benavides, TX?
3 utilities serve Benavides's ZIP codes: AEP Texas Central Company, Medina Electric Co-op, Nueces Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Benavides 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 Benavides?
In 2025, customers in Duval County averaged 16 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 73 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-11, when 1,224 customers (26.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.