Electricity rates in Val Verde Park, TX
Val Verde Park (2,384 people, Val Verde County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Rio Grande Electric Co-op pay about 18.87¢/kWh, 18% more than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Val Verde Park
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.87¢ | $173 | 9,371 | 195 |
| AEP Texas Central Company | Delivery (TDU) | 12.00¢ | $138 | 794K | 205 |
| Pedernales Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.16¢ | $158 | 421K | 90 |
| Southwest Texas Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.11¢ | $83 | 5,934 | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Val Verde Park
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 Val Verde County right now
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Outage history in Val Verde County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 486 | 446 |
| Days with outages | 70 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,974 (53.2%) | 4,092 (21.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-11 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (486 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Laughlin Air Force Base 18.9¢
- Del Rio 18.9¢
- Cienegas Terrace 18.9¢
- Fort Clark Springs 13.2¢
- Brackettville 13.2¢
- Elm Creek 18.9¢
- Siesta Acres 18.9¢
- Eagle Pass 18.9¢
- Las Quintas Fronterizas Colonia 18.9¢
- Las Quintas Fronterizas 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 78840, 78843, 78847
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Val Verde Park?
Most homes in Val Verde Park get power from Rio Grande Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 18.87¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Val Verde Park: AEP Texas Central Company (12.00¢), Pedernales Electric Co-op (13.16¢), Southwest Texas Electric Co-op (15.11¢).
What is the average electric bill in Val Verde Park?
About $173 a month, based on 919 kWh a month (the average for Rio Grande Electric Co-op customers) at 18.87¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Val Verde Park, TX?
4 utilities serve Val Verde Park's ZIP codes: Rio Grande Electric Co-op, AEP Texas Central Company, Pedernales Electric Co-op, Southwest Texas Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Val Verde Park 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 Val Verde Park?
In 2025, customers in Val Verde County averaged 7 hr 26 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 4,092 customers (21.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.