ELECTRICITY RATES IN LAREDO
Laredo Electricity Rates and Plans
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ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN LAREDO
Laredo Electricity Guide
Laredo electricity prices have increased by 0.2¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1,000 kWh home, moving from 14.18¢ to 14.37¢ per kWh, or about $2 more per month. Across South Texas, 114 plans currently range from 6.8¢ to 21.51¢ per kWh, with the market average sitting at 14.37¢. Term length, plan type, and provider all drive that spread, so comparing beyond the headline rate matters.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the AEP Texas Central utility region, which Laredo is geographically located in.
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Under Texas deregulation, Laredo residents choose their electricity provider from retail companies, while the local utility continues to deliver power and handle outages. Right now 114 plans are available, including 107 fixed-rate plans averaging 14.24¢/kWh, 112 renewable options (22 of them 100% green), 5 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid plans. No variable-rate plans are offered. Because 68% of Laredo homes are single-family residences using about 1,225 kWh per month, most households should compare plans in that usage tier against the market average of 14.37¢/kWh.
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Based on 78040 ZIP code. 114 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:32 AM CDT on October 24, 2026.
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN LAREDO
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In Laredo, single-family homes make up 68% of housing, with an estimated usage of about 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE SimpleSaver 9 at 9.0¢/kWh works out to roughly $111 monthly. Large apartment complexes (10+ units), which account for 11% of housing and use about 517 kWh per month, align with Just Energy Simple Value – 24 at 11.5¢/kWh, or roughly $60 monthly.
Single-family homes
68% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
11% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
10% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Laredo, TX (82,410 total housing units). Energy estimates based on EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), West South Central region.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Laredo.
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Laredo
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest rate in Laredo is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 6.8¢/kWh, well below the market average of 14.37¢/kWh. With 114 plans available, comparing options can help you find savings that match your usage.
Laredo's long, hot summers push air conditioning use high, often making summer the most expensive stretch for electricity bills. Mild winters help limit heating costs. Since most homes use about 1225 kWh monthly, choosing a plan with lower rates can soften the impact of peak summer demand.
Single-family homes make up 68% of Laredo housing, and most use around 1225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended for these homes, giving room for summer AC spikes. 112 of 114 plans are green and priced nearly identical to the market average.
Start by comparing plans, since the cheapest option at 6.8¢/kWh sits far below the 14.37¢/kWh average. Matching a plan's tier to your roughly 1225 kWh monthly usage avoids overpaying. Also use AC thermostats wisely, seal leaks, and run appliances during off-peak hours.
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