Electricity rates in South Alamo, TX
South Alamo (3,361 people, Hidalgo County) is served by Magic Valley Electric Co-op. 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 South Alamo
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.84¢ | $145 | 130K | 289 |
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
- Alamo 10.8¢
- Scissors 10.8¢
- Donna 10.8¢
- San Juan 10.8¢
- North Alamo 10.8¢
- Pharr 10.8¢
- Midway South 10.8¢
- Midway North 10.8¢
- Lopezville 10.8¢
- Murillo Colonia 10.8¢
ZIP codes: 78516, 78537, 78589
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Alamo?
Most homes in South Alamo 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in South Alamo?
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 South Alamo, TX?
Magic Valley Electric Co-op serves South Alamo.
How often does the power go out in South Alamo?
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.