ELECTRICITY RATES IN PORT LAVACA
Port Lavaca Electricity Rates and Plans
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PORT LAVACA
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN PORT LAVACA
Port Lavaca Electricity Guide
Port Lavaca electricity prices have decreased by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1,000 kWh home, moving from 14.47¢ to 14.42¢ per kWh. Across 111 available plans in South Texas, rates range from 6.8¢ to 21.51¢ per kWh, with the market average sitting at 14.32¢. That spread means plan terms and structure matter as much as the headline rate. We’ll keep tracking the trend.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Port Lavaca
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the AEP Texas Central utility region, which Port Lavaca is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN PORT LAVACA
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Port Lavaca
Port Lavaca residents can choose their retail electricity provider because Texas deregulation separates power generation from the wires and poles, which remain with a regulated local utility. Currently 111 plans are available, including 104 fixed-rate plans, 109 renewable energy options, 2 prepaid plans, and 5 time-of-use plans, with rates ranging from 6.8¢ to 21.51¢ per kWh and an average of 14.32¢. Since 71% of local homes are single-family houses that use about 1,225 kWh per month, shoppers in this group should compare plans priced for that usage level, paying close attention to the per-kWh rate and any monthly fees.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 22, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN PORT LAVACA
APGE
SimpleSaver 9
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.7
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.7
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.9
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.7
Gexa Energy
Gexa Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.7
Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
100%
4.7
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Port Lavaca
Based on 77979 ZIP code. 111 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:37 AM CDT on October 22, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
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SimpleSaver 9 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 9 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$68.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
6.8¢
Price per kWh |
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SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$69.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
6.9¢
Price per kWh |
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Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.9
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.33
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.34
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.34
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.34
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.6
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$70.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Bonus 24 24%
4.0
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$71.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Rhythm Max Saver 12 100%
4.8
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.34
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
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The Lone Saver Plus 12 100%
4.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.34
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Maxx Saver Value 8 3%
4.9
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Fixed Rate 8 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.53
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN PORT LAVACA
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 71% of Port Lavaca's housing stock, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and monthly usage near 1,225 kWh, where APGE SimpleSaver 9 at 9.0¢/kWh works out to roughly $111 per month. Small apartment buildings (2-9 units), which represent 11% of housing, typically use about 583 kWh per month, and at that level APGE Rent Simple Saver 9 at 12.5¢/kWh comes to roughly $73 per month. Households should compare plans against their own actual usage, since these figures are estimates based on housing type.
Single-family homes
71% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
11% of homes in the city
Mobile homes
9% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Port Lavaca, TX (5,056 total housing units). Energy estimates based on EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), West South Central region.
TYPES OF ENERGY PLANS
Electricity plan types available in Port Lavaca
Fixed-rate plans
Fixed-rate plans lock in one per-kWh price for the contract term. Port Lavaca has 104 of these plans, starting at 6.8¢/kWh with a 14.17¢/kWh average, useful for budgeting summer cooling costs.
Variable-rate plans
Port Lavaca currently lists zero variable-rate or month-to-month plans out of 111 total, so the average of 0¢/kWh reflects no available pricing. Customers without a fixed term should review the market's other plan types.
Renewable energy
Renewable energy plans make up 109 of Port Lavaca's 111 listed plans, including 22 that are 100% green. Renewable plans average 14.31¢/kWh, with a green premium of -0.01¢ versus the market average.
Prepaid plans
Prepaid plans require paying for electricity before use. Port Lavaca has 2 prepaid plans averaging 18.65¢/kWh, the highest average of the six plan types, which suits households that prefer to track spending in advance.
Time-of-use plans
Time-of-use plans charge different rates based on the time of day, with peak hours costing more. Port Lavaca has 5 such plans averaging 15.55¢/kWh, and shifting laundry or dishwashing to off-peak hours can lower bills.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans, a time-of-use structure, set zero or reduced per-kWh rates during specified off-peak hours. Port Lavaca's market data does not separate these plans from the 5 time-of-use listings.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Port Lavaca.
When looking for your retail electricity provider and choosing an electric plan, there’s a number of factors to keep in mind. You’ll be able to choose a plan that’s best for you if you understand your energy usage and what’s important to you in a provider. Below are a series of tips to help you make the best decision for your household.
Report an Outage
Call 1-866-223-8508. Report online.
TDU Delivery Charges
$3.24/month base charge + 5.6898¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from AEP Texas Central are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Port Lavaca
As of Oct 22nd, 2026, the cheapest electricity rate in Port Lavaca is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 6.8¢/kWh, well below the market average of 14.32¢/kWh. Among 111 available plans, comparing rates can save residents significant money each month.
Port Lavaca's hot, humid Gulf Coast summers drive high air conditioning use, which can push monthly electricity consumption well above average. Mild winters help somewhat, but cooling demand typically dominates annual costs, so choosing a plan with favorable summer pricing matters.
Most Port Lavaca homes are single-family residences (71% of housing) using about 1,225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended to cover typical usage and summer peaks. With 109 of 111 plans offering green energy, you can choose renewable power at nearly market-average prices.
Lower your Port Lavaca electricity bill by switching from the 14.32¢/kWh market average to a cheaper plan such as SimpleSaver 9 at 6.8¢/kWh. Also raise your thermostat a few degrees in summer, use ceiling fans, and seal air leaks to reduce cooling demand.
NEARBY METROS
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