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The energy market in Harlingen is deregulated, much like the rest of Texas. This means that consumers can choose their energy provider like they do their cable service or phone plan. You can use Choose Energy to compare energy providers in your area at no cost.
Finding a new energy plan is easy – just enter your ZIP code above to compare electric rates in Harlingen.
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| First Choice Power - You Got This 12 | 12 months | $0.138 / kWh |
| Frontier Utilities - Frontier Super Value 24 | 24 months | $0.138 / kWh |
| 4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Select 24 | 24 months | $0.139 / kWh |
| Gexa Energy - Gexa Saver Deluxe 24 | 24 months | $0.139 / kWh |
| Express Energy - Flash 24 | 24 months | $0.139 / kWh |
| Chariot Energy - GridEdge 36 | 36 months | $0.161 / kWh |
| Constellation - 36 Month Usage Bill Credit | 36 months | $0.162 / kWh |
| Pulse Power - Texas Green 36 | 36 months | $0.168 / kWh |
| TriEagle Energy - Real Deal 36 | 36 months | $0.179 / kWh |
| TXU Energy - Smart Edge 12 | 12 months | $0.189 / kWh |
| Payless Power - Premier 12 - Prepaid Plan | 12 months | $0.222 / kWh |
| Cirro - Smart Value 12 Online | 12 months | $0.247 / kWh |
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred | 24 months | $0.252 / kWh |
Please note: All rates above are accurate as of 9/27/2022, 10:49:40 PM CDT for ZIP Code 78550. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.
AEP Texas Central, which stands for American Electric Power, is the utility company that services the Harlingen area. Although deregulation has led to more choice for consumers in who provides their energy, residents in Harlingen must still have their electricity transmitted and delivered by AEP Texas Central.
If you have a power outage, you will still call AEP Texas Central, no matter who you choose to provide your electricity.
However, customers can choose which energy provider in Harlingen will be responsible for the sales and payment of their utility needs. These include companies such as Constellation, TXU Energy, and 4Change Energy. To find the best energy rates in Harlingen, enter the Harlingen ZIP code to find and compare electricity providers in your area.
You can choose between a few different types of energy plans in Harlingen, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Here are the primary energy plan types in Texas’ deregulated market.
Enter your ZIP code above to explore which energy plans are available in Harlingen.
Texas ranks first for wind power production and ranks consistently in the top five for solar power. This means that there are several different options to find a green energy plan in Harlingen.
Consumers have choices when it comes to renewable energy in Harlingen. Green Mountain Energy provides electrical power generated by wind turbines, instead of coal-burning plants, for those customers concerned with the pollution and waste associated with some traditional forms of power generation.
Another green energy option in Harlingen is Gexa Energy. Offerings from Gexa Energy include the Gexa Super Deluxe 12 plan, which uses 100 percent renewable energy at a current rate of 7.5 cents per kWh. Enter your ZIP code to discover other plans powered by wind and solar energy.
Electricity rates in Texas are deregulated for businesses as well as residential. Visit our commercial energy page to learn more about building a custom commercial energy plan for your business.
Utility transmission charges vary across Texas. Even the same plan with the same energy company can be priced differently across the state. So, shopping for an energy plan in your specific area is crucial to getting an accurate quote. Thankfully, searching for the best electric company near you is simple with the Choose Energy Marketplace. Enter your ZIP code above to see customized plans for your neighborhood before you switch providers.
Hot, humid summers and mild winters define Harlingen, Texas, which is in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley and just 30 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Since it has a hot and humid climate, Harlingen electricity rates are usually the most expensive during the summer months.
However, rates typically drop during the cooler months, since there is less demand here for heating in southern Texas.
Check out Harlingen energy rates to find current prices and options available by entering your ZIP code above.
What is the average electric bill in Texas?
As of May 2021, the average residential energy rate in Texas was just over 12 cents per kWh. Given the national average of 877 kWh used per month, this makes the average monthly Texas energy bill around $105. Of course, in a hot Texas summer, monthly costs can increase as you turn on air conditioning.
How can I compare Harlingen electricity rates in my area?
Finding cheap electricity rates in Harlingen is easy using the Choose Energy Marketplace. But what should you look for? Compare plans based on price per kWh, term length, and early termination fees. Some providers charge over $100 to end a contract early – although you will not be charged a termination fee if you are moving.
When is the best time to shop for a Harlingen energy plan?
Texas energy costs are often higher in warm months. If you want to lock into a cheap fixed rate, consider doing so in the winter. You may find an affordable rate that carries you through the more expensive months. Sign up in the summer, and you may wind up locking in a higher rate for the next 12 months.
How can I lower my electricity bill in Harlingen?
Some energy providers will offer lower rates during off-peak hours (in the late evening). You may also be able to lower your bill by limiting your electricity use on the weekends, when the company wants to reward customers for keeping their usage low. Switch to energy saving light bulbs and appliances to reduce your bill even more.