Electricity rates in Murillo Colonia, TX
Murillo Colonia (7,344 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 Murillo Colonia
| 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 Murillo Colonia
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
- Nurillo 10.8¢
- Muniz 10.8¢
- North Alamo 10.8¢
- Lopezville 10.8¢
- César Chávez 10.8¢
- San Carlos 13.2¢
- Edinburg 10.8¢
- Alamo 10.8¢
- La Blanca 13.2¢
- San Juan 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78502, 78516, 78539
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Murillo Colonia?
Most homes in Murillo Colonia 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 Murillo Colonia: Oncor Electric Delivery Company (13.20¢), AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Murillo Colonia?
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 Murillo Colonia, TX?
3 utilities serve Murillo Colonia'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. Murillo Colonia 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 Murillo Colonia?
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.