Electricity rates in Llano Grande, TX
Llano Grande (3,008 people, Hidalgo 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 Llano Grande
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
| Oncor Electric Delivery Company | Delivery (TDU) | 13.20¢ | $146 | 3.55M | 232 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Llano Grande
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
- Weslaco 10.8¢
- Progreso 13.2¢
- Mercedes 10.8¢
- Midway South 10.8¢
- Midway North 10.8¢
- Scissors 10.8¢
- Donna 10.8¢
- Indian Hills 10.8¢
- Mila Doce 10.8¢
- Olivarez 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78579, 78596, 78599
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Llano Grande?
Most homes in Llano Grande 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 Llano Grande: Oncor Electric Delivery Company (13.20¢), AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Llano Grande?
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 Llano Grande, TX?
3 utilities serve Llano Grande's ZIP codes: Magic Valley Electric Co-op, Oncor Electric Delivery Company, AEP Texas Central Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Llano Grande 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 Llano Grande?
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.