As a McAllen, TX resident, you enjoy the benefits of electricity deregulation, meaning you have the power to choose your electricity provider. While this has helped many Texans save on their electricity bills, the massive number of McAllen electricity suppliers and rate options available can be downright overwhelming.
ElectricityRates.com makes it easier, allowing you to compare leading providers and plans through the simple and straightforward Rate Comparison Tool. To start comparing electricity rates in McAllen near you, type in your ZIP Code above.
Shop McAllen Electricity Rates
As a McAllen resident, AEP Texas is likely your local utility company that brings the electricity to your home.
| Plan | Rate Per kWh At 1000kWh avg. usage |
|---|---|
| 4Change Energy Maxx Saver Select 24 24 Months | 11.2¢ Select |
| 4Change Energy Maxx Saver Select 12 12 Months | 11.2¢ Select |
| Frontier Utilities Frontier Saver Plus 12 Plan 12 Months | 11.4¢ Select |
| Constellation 12 Month GREEN Usage Bill Credit 12 Months | 15.3¢ Select |
| Rhythm Simply Select 24 24 Months | 15.8¢ Select |
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How to Compare McAllen Electricity Rates
How can you compare plans from multiple electricity companies near you? With the Rate Comparison Tool, it can be done in seconds. ElectricityRates.com is all about making your electricity shopping experience easy. All you have to do is follow this simple three-step process:
- Enter your ZIP Code– Use the Rate Comparison Tool to see providers and plans available in your area.
- Compare electricity providers – Pay careful attention to each plan's rate-structure and length.
- Switch electricity providers – When you find the plan you like, select it, fill out the information, and enroll.
After that, your new provider takes care of the rest. Since it doesn’t make a difference to AEP Texas who your energy provider is, you can count on the same reliable delivery of your electricity. The only thing that changes is your electricity plan.
How to Find the Best McAllen Electricity Plan
When you are comparing electricity plans in the McAllen area, there are a few factors you should consider.
Your Electricity Usage
Since McAllen rates vary based on your monthly electricity usage, understanding that usage is critical. To find a plan that meets your needs, look over your electricity bills to determine how much electricity you use on average and which months are higher/lower than usual.
The Electricity Rate
Your electricity rate is what you pay per kilowatt-hour for electricity. The "plan details" section under a plan on ElectricityRates.com lists your rate at three different usage levels (usually 500 kWh, 1,000 kWh, and 2,000 kWh).
Plan Type
ElectricityRates.com offers fixed-rate electricity service options so you can lock in a low rate and save. Among those fixed-rate plans, you can get plans with usage credits, plans with 100% renewable energy, and plans bundled with other incentives like smart home systems.
Plan Length
For fixed-rate plans, the plan length shows how long your rate is locked in. Electricity plans in McAllen and surrounding cities can vary anywhere from 3 months to 5 years. It’s important to note that some electricity plans have cancellation fees. However, long-term plans can keep you locked in at a low rate for years and save you money.
Moving to McAllen and Setting up Electricity
If you have just moved to McAllen, Texas, you don't know your home's electricity usage (most likely). To find it, and pick an electricity plan designed for that usage, you have two options.
First, you can try asking the original owners of the home, your landlord, or even your neighbors. Anyone who may be able to give you an idea of how much electricity your home would use. If this is not possible, you can pick a short electricity plan and reevaluate after that plan ends.
Generally, apartments and small homes use around 500 kWh a month, medium-sized homes use around 1,000 kWh and larger homes can use 2,000 kWh a month.
If you’re new to the Texas electricity market, you should take a look at ElectricityRates.com’s Texas electricity guide. This will help you understand how the state’s electricity works and how you can take full advantage of it.
McAllen Power To Choose
The "power to choose" in Texas can refer to two things. First, it may refer to Texas's deregulated electricity market. This gives many Texas residents the "power to choose" their own electricity provider.
It may also refer to powertochoose.org, which is the state's electricity shopping/comparison platform. Powertochoose.org has thousands of options to choose from. But this selection can get overwhelming, especially with so many different types of electricity plan types out there.
Many Texans choose ElectricityRates.com over powertochoose.org because of ElectricityRates.com's simple and straightforward platform. There's no guesswork. Just great rates from leading providers.
McAllen Electricity Providers
There are multiple providers to choose from in McAllen, from local state-based electric companies like Frontier to large national providers like Constellation and Direct Energy.
ElectricityRates.com works with the best of the best, all top-rated companies, so there's no chance of you picking the wrong provider. To ensure this, ElectricityRates.com vets each provider and plan to guarantee its integrity. That way, you can just worry about picking the right plan for you.
McAllen Business Electricity Rates
If you are not taking advantage of McAllen's electricity deregulation, your business may be missing out on huge savings.
If you choose your electricity provider through ElectricityRates.com, you can be sure that you will get an electricity plan designed for you. Our advisors negotiate with providers to get the best plan for your business, including plans with customized rates, energy bill optimization, and more. And there's no obligation to you!
To get started, complete the quote request form on the business electricity rates page.
Other Texas Utilities Offering Energy Choice
AEP Texas isn’t the only utility company giving Texans the power to choose. You can also choose your own electricity provider if one of the following utilities serves your area.
- CenterPoint Energy – CenterPoint Energy serves Houston and the surrounding areas.
- Oncor – As the largest utility company in the state, Oncor serves portions of northeast Texas and west Texas.
- Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) – TNMP serves areas throughout the state of Texas. This includes parts of northeast Texas, west Texas, and areas along the Gulf.
Electricity Rates in Popular Texas Cities
Learn more about light companies, suppliers, and electricity rates in other popular Texas cities:
- Abilene
- Arlington
- Big Spring
- Corpus Christi
- Dallas
- El Paso
- Fort Worth
- Frisco
- Garland
- Houston
- Humble
- Irving
- Katy
- Killeen
- Laredo
- League City
- Mesquite
- North Richland Hills
- Paris
- Pearland
- Plano
- Richardson
- San Angelo
- Sugar Land
- Tyler
- Wichita Falls
Still have questions? Check out the Texas electricity guide.