Electricity rates in Ricardo, TX
Ricardo (1,048 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 Ricardo
| 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 Ricardo
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
- Kingsville 15.0¢
- Bishop 15.0¢
- Premont 15.0¢
- Falfurrias 12.9¢
- Alice 15.0¢
- Rancho Alegre 15.0¢
- Robstown 15.0¢
- San Diego 15.0¢
- Benavides 12.0¢
- Orange Grove 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 78363, 78364
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ricardo?
Most homes in Ricardo 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 Ricardo: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ricardo?
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 Ricardo, TX?
2 utilities serve Ricardo's ZIP codes: Nueces Electric Cooperative, AEP Texas Central Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Ricardo 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 Ricardo?
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.