Electricity rates in Cameron Park, TX
Cameron Park (6,963 people, Cameron County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Brownsville Public Utilities Board pay about 11.57¢/kWh, 28% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Cameron Park
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville Public Utilities Board | Municipal utility | 11.57¢ | $128 | 49K | 152 |
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
Power outages in Cameron County right now
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Outage history in Cameron County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 112 | 132 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,339 (3.6%) | 12,812 (4.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-10 | 2025-09-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (112 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cameron Park Colonia 11.6¢
- Brownsville 11.6¢
- Olmito 11.6¢
- Rancho Viejo 11.6¢
- Los Fresnos 10.8¢
- Laureles 10.8¢
- Encantada-Ranchito-El Calaboz 11.6¢
- Green Valley Farms 11.6¢
- La Paloma 10.8¢
- Laguna Vista 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78521, 78523, 78526
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cameron Park?
Most homes in Cameron Park get power from Brownsville Public Utilities Board, where residential customers pay an average of 11.57¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Cameron Park: Magic Valley Electric Co-op (10.84¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cameron Park?
About $128 a month, based on 1,108 kWh a month (the average for Brownsville Public Utilities Board customers) at 11.57¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Cameron Park, TX?
2 utilities serve Cameron Park's ZIP codes: Brownsville Public Utilities Board, Magic Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cameron Park?
In 2025, customers in Cameron County averaged 2 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-16, when 12,812 customers (4.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.