Electricity rates in Escobares, TX
Escobares (2,451 people, Starr County) is served by Medina Electric Co-op. Homes on Medina Electric Co-op pay about 12.93¢/kWh, 19% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Escobares
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.93¢ | $149 | 31K | 300 |
Power outages in Starr County right now
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Outage history in Starr County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 199 | 186 |
| Days with outages | 56 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,633 (8.5%) | 4,258 (13.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-09 | 2025-06-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (199 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roma 12.9¢
- Roma-Los Saenz 12.9¢
- Rio Grande City 10.8¢
- Las Lomas 10.8¢
- La Grulla 12.0¢
- Sullivan City 13.2¢
- La Joya 13.2¢
- Penitas 13.2¢
- Siesta Shores 12.9¢
- Citrus City 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78584
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Escobares?
Most homes in Escobares get power from Medina Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.93¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Escobares?
About $149 a month, based on 1,150 kWh a month (the average for Medina Electric Co-op customers) at 12.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Escobares, TX?
Medina Electric Co-op serves Escobares.
How often does the power go out in Escobares?
In 2025, customers in Starr County averaged 3 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-11, when 4,258 customers (13.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.