Electricity rates in La Blanca, TX
La Blanca (2,488 people, Hidalgo County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Oncor Electric Delivery Company pay about 13.20¢/kWh, 17% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving La Blanca
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
Cheapest electricity plans in La Blanca
Oncor Electric Delivery 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 | 19.8¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 7.0¢ | 13.1¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.3¢ | 7.4¢ | 13.5¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.3¢ | 7.9¢ | 12.7¢ |
| Energy Texas · No Bull 6 | 6 mo | 11.5¢ | 11.5¢ | 11.6¢ |
Power outages in Hidalgo County right now
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Outage history in Hidalgo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 81 | 152 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,978 (2.3%) | 61,152 (8.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-14 | 2025-06-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (81 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- San Carlos 13.2¢
- Elsa 13.2¢
- Muniz 10.8¢
- Edcouch 10.8¢
- César Chávez 10.8¢
- Olivarez 10.8¢
- Murillo Colonia 10.8¢
- Nurillo 10.8¢
- Doolittle 13.2¢
- Mila Doce 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78558
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in La Blanca?
Most homes in La Blanca get power from Oncor Electric Delivery Company, where residential customers pay an average of 13.20¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of La Blanca: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢), Magic Valley Electric Co-op (10.84¢).
What is the average electric bill in La Blanca?
About $146 a month, based on 1,106 kWh a month (the average for Oncor Electric Delivery Company customers) at 13.20¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in La Blanca, TX?
3 utilities serve La Blanca's ZIP codes: Oncor Electric Delivery Company, AEP Texas Central Company, Magic Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. La Blanca is in Texas's competitive market, so Oncor Electric Delivery Company delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in La Blanca?
In 2025, customers in Hidalgo County averaged 2 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-13, when 61,152 customers (8.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.