Electricity rates in Kingsville, TX
Kingsville (26,225 people, Kleberg County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Nueces Electric Cooperative pay about 14.99¢/kWh, 6% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Kingsville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nueces Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.99¢ | $198 | 19K | 411 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Kingsville
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 Kleberg County right now
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Outage history in Kleberg County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 127 | 199 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,102 (10.1%) | 2,377 (11.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-08-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (127 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bishop 15.0¢
- Ricardo 15.0¢
- Premont 15.0¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Robstown 15.0¢
- Falfurrias 12.9¢
- San Diego 15.0¢
- Orange Grove 15.0¢
- Benavides 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 78363, 78364
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kingsville?
Most homes in Kingsville get power from Nueces Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 14.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Kingsville: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kingsville?
About $198 a month, based on 1,319 kWh a month (the average for Nueces Electric Cooperative customers) at 14.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Kingsville, TX?
2 utilities serve Kingsville's ZIP codes: Nueces Electric Cooperative, AEP Texas Central Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Kingsville 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 Kingsville?
In 2025, customers in Kleberg County averaged 3 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-05, when 2,377 customers (11.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.