Electricity rates in Green Valley Farms, TX
Green Valley Farms (1,272 people, Cameron County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Brownsville Public Utilities Board pay about 11.57¢/kWh, 28% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Green Valley Farms
| 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 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Green Valley Farms
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
- Laureles 10.8¢
- San Benito 10.8¢
- Rancho Viejo 11.6¢
- Los Fresnos 10.8¢
- Olmito 11.6¢
- Encantada-Ranchito-El Calaboz 11.6¢
- Rio Hondo 10.8¢
- La Paloma 10.8¢
- Harlingen 10.8¢
- Cameron Park Colonia 11.6¢
ZIP codes: 78568, 78575, 78586
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Green Valley Farms?
Most homes in Green Valley Farms 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 Green Valley Farms: Magic Valley Electric Co-op (10.84¢), AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Green Valley Farms?
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 Green Valley Farms, TX?
3 utilities serve Green Valley Farms's ZIP codes: Brownsville Public Utilities Board, Magic Valley Electric Co-op, AEP Texas Central Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Green Valley Farms 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 Green Valley Farms?
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.