Electricity rates in Rio Grande City, TX
Rio Grande City (14,404 people, Starr County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Magic Valley Electric Co-op pay about 10.84¢/kWh, 32% less than the Texas average.
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Electric companies serving Rio Grande City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
| Medina Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.93¢ | $149 | 31K | 300 |
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
- Las Lomas 10.8¢
- Escobares 12.9¢
- Roma 12.9¢
- Roma-Los Saenz 12.9¢
- La Grulla 12.0¢
- Sullivan City 13.2¢
- La Joya 13.2¢
- Penitas 13.2¢
- Citrus City 10.8¢
- Doffing 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78582
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rio Grande City?
Most homes in Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City: Medina Electric Co-op (12.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rio Grande City?
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 Rio Grande City, TX?
2 utilities serve Rio Grande City's ZIP codes: Magic Valley Electric Co-op, Medina Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rio Grande City?
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.