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Los Ebanos Electricity Rates

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Rates for Los Ebanos

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

Updated

This electricity rates guide for Los Ebanos, Texas is current as of June 2026. Los Ebanos is a city of 6,341 residents located in Hidalgo County, Texas. Los Ebanos's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutLos Ebanos

Population

6,341

County

Hidalgo

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

hidalgocounty.us

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Los Ebanos was established in the 1750s as a Spanish colonial settlement and takes its name from the ebony trees that once lined the Rio Grande riverbank. The community became famous for operating the last hand-pulled ferry across the Rio Grande between the United States and Mexico, a tradition that continued for over 100 years until modern bridges were built.

RECENT

In 2019, Los Ebanos gained national attention when it became a focal point in border security discussions, with federal agents increasing patrols along the Rio Grande. The small community has adapted to increased federal presence while maintaining its quiet, rural character and close-knit community bonds.

OTHER

FAMOUS PEOPLE/EVENTS: Los Ebanos served as a filming location for several Hollywood movies about the Texas-Mexico border, including scenes from 'The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada' starring Tommy Lee Jones. The town's authentic frontier atmosphere and historic ferry crossing made it a perfect backdrop for Western films depicting border life.

DID YOU KNOW

Los Ebanos is home to the only remaining hand-pulled ferry in the United States that crosses an international border. The tiny ferry, operated by three men pulling on a rope, can carry just three cars at a time across the Rio Grande to Mexico, making it one of the most unique border crossings in North America.

CULTURAL

The community celebrates its bicultural heritage with an annual Ebony Festival that honors both its Spanish colonial roots and Mexican traditions. Local families have maintained the same properties for generations, creating a unique blend of Tejano culture where many residents speak Spanish as their primary language and maintain strong family ties across both sides of the border.

Los Ebanos Electricity Rates

ProviderPlanPriceTermCancellation FeeTypeDocs
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 15 Credits7.4c per kWh15 Mo$250Fixed
Just EnergyJust EnergyJust Energy - Smart Choice - 12 Credits7.5c per kWh12 Mo$175Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 12 Credits7.5c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 6 Credits7.6c per kWh6 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Gexa EnergyGexa EnergyGexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 Green Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Frontier UtilitiesFrontier UtilitiesFrontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Plus 12 Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 24 Credits7.6c per kWh24 Mo$295Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 12 Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 24 Credits7.6c per kWh24 Mo$295Fixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 12 Credits7.7c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 12 Credits7.7c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 24 Credits7.7c per kWh24 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 14 Credits7.7c per kWh14 Mo$250Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 15 Credits7.8c per kWh15 Mo$250Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 12 Credits7.9c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Just EnergyJust EnergyJust Energy - Smart Choice - 12 Credits7.9c per kWh12 Mo$175Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Frontier UtilitiesFrontier UtilitiesFrontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Plus 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
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You can choose your home's electric company in Los Ebanos.

Compare Power is a free consumer service established in 2009 to assist residents of Los Ebanos in shopping for their best electricity plan.

Plan information is presented in a user-friendly format that enables quick and simple comparison of available plans and options.

Plans from many different electricity companies are displayed in a standardized format, making evaluating alternatives simple and fast.

This assures Texas consumers avoid hidden markups and marketing gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without spending hours making phone calls or sorting through dozens of online sites.

Electricity in Los Ebanos has been deregulated. As a resident, you can choose a retail electricity provider (your electricity company), which gives you insight and command over your energy bills.

Deregulation of energy in the state de-monopolized the electricity market for most of Texas, Los Ebanos included, which introduced lots of competition.

As a result, many fantastic retail electricity providers compete for your business in Los Ebanos by offering low prices, making it a great time to compare, switch, and save costs on your energy statement.

As many as 60-100 energy companies compete for your account in Los Ebanos, and hundreds of plans exist to sort through.

Average Electricity Rates in Los Ebanos

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The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 15.7¢, 13% less than the U.S. average.

EIA Electricity Rates - National Average (3 Year Trend)

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Residential: 17.97c/kWh
Commercial: 14.53c/kWh
Industrial: 11.61c/kWh

Residential YoY

+7.6%

Commercial YoY

+7.5%

Industrial YoY

+12.1%

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration

Data through January 2026 · Up to date as of June 7, 2026

EIA data is typically published 2-3 months after the reporting period. Recent months may not yet be available.

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How to Find the Best Energy Plan in Los Ebanos

#1 rule: Usage is king!

Knowing the amount of energy you will use monthly is the ideal way to find a deal on energy in Los Ebanos. Why does this matter?

The "price per kWh" you see energy companies advertising is for an exact monthly usage (typically 1000 kWh).

Every plan uses a different calculation for how your monthly statement is determined, and your monthly bill will change according to how much power you consume each month.

Unless you use exactly the advertised amount each month, you will end up paying an effective "price per kWh" different than what you saw when you ordered.

Thankfully, there's a better way to shop for a power company.

Calculating your total monthly bill based on anticipated monthly usage, then comparing rates by the total monthly bill is the best way to shop for the best rate for your household.

Even better, if you have a year of usage history for your home, you can compare plans by total annual cost. This annualized method considers the changes in usage between the summer and winter months and is the ideal way to find the perfect energy plan for your home.

Compare Power does all the complicated math for you in an instant. What takes hours on a spreadsheet is now done in a few moments.

We put the power in your hands, taking what would amount to hours of investigation, spreadsheets, and computations across hundreds of offers and guide you step-by-step to the electricity rate plan that's best for your household's consumption.

We clarify the fine print, disclosing all fees, so you'll know precisely where your money is going and what to anticipate on your monthly bill.

We then assist you in signing up with your chosen power company without leaving our website.

The bottom line is you should determine your expected or historical usage before selecting the right energy plan for your home.

Energy usage history document showing monthly consumption data with pen pointing to figures

If you don't know your usage, estimate

Suppose you recently purchased a home or business or cannot obtain 12 months of usage history. In that case, you can always estimate your average energy in any given month.

Although knowing the previous 12 months of usage is optimum, it is far better to estimate the average energy consumption than to select the first electricity provider that you see advertised. After all, you have no idea how much energy you will use at that point.

Use Compare Power to shop for the best energy plan for your specific usage.

Moving to Los Ebanos: Setting up Electricity

If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Los Ebanos, to get the best rate, you need to get the previous 12 months of energy usage for your new home.

Ask the previous homeowner to provide you with their past 12 months of usage.

This information is readily found in recent billing statements.

Acquiring usage for the past 12 months may take effort, but the time (and savings) will be well worth it.

Once you have historical usage, Compare Power will do the math instantly to help you find the best plan for your home's usage pattern.

Note: You can estimate your monthly usage if you can't obtain a usage history. Utilize our "Help Me Choose" tool when you enter your zip code below, and we'll help you evaluate your home's usage.

Sign-up for a plan in minutes through Compare Power. We will remind you when it's time to return to switch and save at the end of the plan term you decide on.

Switching Electricity Companies in Los Ebanos

Switching is good. Market conditions are always in flux, so it is important to shop for a lower price each year when your contract is about to expire.

Your existing energy company will normally raise your electricity rate once your contract expires. If you do not act, you'll be left on a month-to-month rate significantly higher than the plan you signed up for.

Electric plug on hundred dollar bills with utility bill showing balance and electric charges

Before renewing your contract, shop the rates of competing electricity companies.

Switching can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars yearly on your electricity bill.

Switching is easy:

  • You don't have to call your current provider to cancel (no "break-up call")
  • No one comes to your home
  • There is no disruption in your power supply
  • It takes just minutes

When you switch, your new energy company will cover everything, including terminating service with your previous provider.

Your lights stay on when you switch. Electricity in Los Ebanos is all delivered by the Oncor Transmission and Distribution Utility.

The wires and poles that deliver power to your home do not change when you switch electricity companies. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can pick any date up to 14 days early from your current contract's end date without an "early cancellation" penalty. Texas law protects you here.

If you're still under contract, find out how many months remain on your contract. You can set a future start date with most companies up to 6o days in advance.

The amount saved each month by switching to a different electricity company may outweigh the one-time fee to get out of your contract early.

If you're ready to switch and would like to know how to find the best plan remember that knowing your usage is the best way to find the best rate.

You will want to find your historical usage for the past 12 months to determine the best plan with the lowest rate for your household.

Los Ebanos Energy Companies

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Are you looking for a great electric company in Los Ebanos?

You can enroll for service with great companies such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

To sign up, learn more, or view current rates, click on your chosen company.

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Los Ebanos

If you need to find an energy plan in Los Ebanos that requires no deposit, we can help.

If assessed a deposit on your first plan selection, Compare Power will automatically show you other plans available without a deposit.

Instead of calling a bunch of energy providers or browsing through websites to determine if different electricity companies require a deposit, this will save you a lot of time and effort.

We will review the different plans for any deposit requirements instantly so you can get your power on and return to your day.

Learn how to get no-deposit lights.

Deposit Waivers

You may be eligible to waive the deposit if you meet one of the Texas Public Utility Commission §25.478 - PUCT §25.478.

Los Ebanos Business Electricity Plans

You're in good company if you manage a business in Los Ebanos.

Los Ebanos has become a thriving place for many small to mid-sized companies. The city is small enough to get to know people and thrive, yet close enough to large metropolitan cities that provide even more growth opportunities.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

You need to compare prices from competing energy companies to lower your electricity bill.

Compare Power bridges the gap between your business and energy providers by inviting various energy companies to compete for your business in a sealed bid process.

You submit your information once, and the companies will present their bids. You pick the lowest price. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Los Ebanos Utilities

Electricity

To learn more about smart meters or to download your electricity usage, visit .

To report an issue with your electricity service or power outages in Los Ebanos, visit the or call them at .

Gas

For gas service in Los Ebanos, call or visit Los Ebanos' official city website to determine who your provider is.

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Los Ebanos, water, garbage, sewer, and recycling services are usually handled by the City of Los Ebanos.

Other Utility Service Areas in Texas

Not in the AEP Central Service area? Search low electricity rates by service area and local utility company.

Click on your Texas Distribution Utility (TDU) below to compare electricity rates in your service area.

  • CenterPoint
  • Oncor
  • Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP)
  • AEP Texas North
  • AEP Texas Central
  • Sharyland Utilities

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Los Ebanos Electricity Rates FAQs

Data last verified

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

956-843-2281

Website

100 N Bridge St, Hidalgo, TX 78557

Water

Los Ebanos Water Supply Corporation

956-262-4545

Website

Natural Gas

Texas Gas Service

800-700-2443

Website

Garbage & Recycling

Hidalgo County Solid Waste

956-383-8000

Website

School District

La Joya Independent School District

956-323-2000

Website

Public Library

956-262-4141

Website