Electricity rates in Harlingen, TX
Harlingen (65,774 people, Cameron County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Magic Valley Electric Co-op pay about 10.84¢/kWh, 32% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Harlingen
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Brownsville Public Utilities Board | Municipal utility | 11.57¢ | $128 | 49K | 152 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Harlingen
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
- Las Palmas II 10.8¢
- Palm Valley 10.8¢
- Primera 10.8¢
- Combes 12.0¢
- San Benito 10.8¢
- Rio Hondo 10.8¢
- La Feria 12.0¢
- Santa Rosa 10.8¢
- Green Valley Farms 11.6¢
- La Paloma 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78550, 78551, 78552, 78553
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Harlingen?
Most homes in Harlingen get power from Magic Valley Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 10.84¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Harlingen: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢), Brownsville Public Utilities Board (11.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Harlingen?
About $145 a month, based on 1,336 kWh a month (the average for Magic Valley Electric Co-op customers) at 10.84¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Harlingen, TX?
3 utilities serve Harlingen's ZIP codes: Magic Valley Electric Co-op, AEP Texas Central Company, Brownsville Public Utilities Board. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Harlingen 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 Harlingen?
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.