Electricity rates in La Grulla, TX
La Grulla (1,695 people, Starr County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on AEP Texas Central Company pay about 12.00¢/kWh, 25% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving La Grulla
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
| Medina Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.93¢ | $149 | 31K | 300 |
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
Cheapest electricity plans in La Grulla
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 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
- Sullivan City 13.2¢
- Las Lomas 10.8¢
- La Joya 13.2¢
- Penitas 13.2¢
- Rio Grande City 10.8¢
- Abram 13.2¢
- Perezville 13.2¢
- Doffing 10.8¢
- Citrus City 10.8¢
- Palmview South 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78547, 78548, 78595
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in La Grulla?
Most homes in La Grulla get power from AEP Texas Central Company, where residential customers pay an average of 12.00¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of La Grulla: Magic Valley Electric Co-op (10.84¢), Medina Electric Co-op (12.93¢), Oncor Electric Delivery Company (13.20¢).
What is the average electric bill in La Grulla?
About $138 a month, based on 1,154 kWh a month (the average for AEP Texas Central Company customers) at 12.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in La Grulla, TX?
4 utilities serve La Grulla's ZIP codes: AEP Texas Central Company, Magic Valley Electric Co-op, Medina Electric Co-op, Oncor Electric Delivery Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. La Grulla 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 La Grulla?
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.