Electricity rates in Combes, TX
Combes (3,059 people, Cameron 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 Combes
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
| Brownsville Public Utilities Board | Municipal utility | 11.57¢ | $128 | 49K | 152 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Combes
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 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
- Primera 10.8¢
- Las Palmas II 10.8¢
- Palm Valley 10.8¢
- Harlingen 10.8¢
- Santa Rosa 10.8¢
- Sebastian 10.8¢
- La Feria 12.0¢
- Rio Hondo 10.8¢
- Heidelberg 10.8¢
- San Benito 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78535
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Combes?
Most homes in Combes 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 Combes: Magic Valley Electric Co-op (10.84¢), Brownsville Public Utilities Board (11.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Combes?
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 Combes, TX?
3 utilities serve Combes's ZIP codes: AEP Texas Central Company, Magic Valley Electric Co-op, Brownsville Public Utilities Board. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Combes 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 Combes?
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.