ELECTRICITY RATES IN PHARR
Pharr Electricity Rates and Plans
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PHARR
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN PHARR
Pharr Electricity Guide
Pharr electricity prices have decreased slightly by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1000 kWh home. That’s about a $1/month savings for the average family. With 121 available plans ranging from 8.5¢ to 23.54¢ per kWh, the market remains competitive. If you’ve been considering switching providers, a downward trend is typically a reasonable time to explore your options.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Pharr
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the AEP Texas Central utility region, which Pharr is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN PHARR
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Pharr
Pharr residents benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, allowing them to choose from 121 available plans across multiple providers. The market offers primarily fixed-rate options (111 plans averaging 15.85¢/kWh), with rates spanning 8.5¢ to 23.54¢ per kWh. Renewable energy is widely accessible, with 119 green plans available—24 offering 100% renewable energy—at virtually no price premium over conventional plans. Since 58% of Pharr homes are single-family residences averaging 1,225 kWh monthly, most residents should compare plans at the 1,000 or 2,000 kWh usage level. Additional options include 8 time-of-use plans and 2 prepaid plans for flexible billing preferences.
Compare All PlansMARCH 29, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN PHARR
APGE
SimpleSaver 15
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 24
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 6
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
Just Energy
Smart Choice – 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
31%
4.4
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Pharr
Based on 78577 ZIP code. 121 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:32 AM CDT on March 29, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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SimpleSaver 15 5%
4.5
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Fixed Rate 15 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
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Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.8
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.20
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
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Maxx Saver Value 24 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.20
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
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|
Maxx Saver Value 6 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 6 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.25
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Smart Choice – 12 31%
4.4
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$86.25
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$87.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.7¢
Price per kWh |
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SimpleSaver 14 5%
4.5
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Fixed Rate 14 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$87.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$87.15
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$87.15
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Smart Choice – 24 31%
4.4
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$93.25
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.7
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$96.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.7¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$96.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.7¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN PHARR
Find the right plan for your home
Most Pharr residents live in single-family homes averaging 2,261 square feet, with typical usage around 1,225 kWh per month—at this usage level, APGE's SimpleSaver 15 offers rates at 10.7¢/kWh (approximately $132/month). About 19% of residents live in small apartments with lower consumption around 583 kWh monthly, where Energy Texas's Texas Bright 12 plan provides 14.4¢/kWh rates (approximately $84/month).
Single-family homes
58% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
19% of homes in the city
Mobile homes
17% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Pharr, TX (26,519 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 Pharr
Fixed-rate plans
Pharr residents can choose from 111 fixed-rate plans with locked pricing throughout the contract term. Rates start at 8.5¢/kWh, with an average of 15.85¢/kWh. These plans protect against price fluctuations during hot Rio Grande Valley summers.
Variable-rate plans
Currently no variable-rate or month-to-month plans are available in Pharr. These plans typically allow contract-free service with rates that adjust monthly based on market conditions, but providers have not offered them in this market.
Renewable energy
Pharr has 119 renewable energy plans available, including 24 options with 100% green content. Average pricing is 16.06¢/kWh, just 0.02¢ above the market average, making clean energy accessible for environmentally conscious households.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid electricity options are available in Pharr at an average of 19.02¢/kWh. These plans require no credit check or deposit, with customers paying for electricity before use and monitoring consumption in real-time.
Time-of-use plans
Eight time-of-use plans are offered in Pharr, averaging 18.57¢/kWh. These plans charge different rates based on daily usage periods, potentially benefiting households that can shift air conditioning and appliance use to off-peak hours.
Free nights & weekends
These plans offer no-cost electricity during specific overnight hours and weekends, which can benefit Pharr households able to run major appliances, charge devices, and precool homes during free periods in South Texas heat.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Pharr.
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 + 5.8007¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from AEP Texas Central are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Pharr
As of March 29th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Pharr is APGE's SimpleSaver 15 at 8.5¢/kWh, significantly below the market average of 16.08¢/kWh. With 121 plans available, Pharr residents have excellent opportunities to secure competitive rates and reduce their energy costs.
Pharr's hot South Texas climate drives high summer cooling demand, with typical homes using around 1,225 kWh monthly. Air conditioning dominates electricity usage during extended heat periods, making it essential to choose competitively-priced plans. Selecting rates below the 16.08¢/kWh market average can significantly reduce seasonal bills.
Since 58% of Pharr housing consists of single-family homes averaging 1,225 kWh monthly usage, residents should select plans in the 2000 kWh tier for optimal rates. This ensures pricing aligned with actual consumption patterns, avoiding penalty rates from usage mismatches common in lower-tier plans.
Compare Pharr's 121 available plans to find rates below the 16.08¢/kWh average—like APGE's 8.5¢/kWh option. Upgrade to programmable thermostats, improve insulation, and consider the 119 green energy plans available, which cost virtually the same as traditional options while supporting renewable energy.
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