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Los Fresnos Electricity Rates

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Rates for Los Fresnos

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

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This electricity rates guide for Los Fresnos, Texas is current as of June 2026. Los Fresnos is a city of 7,463 residents located in Cameron County, Texas. Los Fresnos's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutLos Fresnos

Population

7,463

County

Cameron

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

losfresnos.org

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Los Fresnos was founded in 1925 by the Missouri Pacific Railroad as a planned agricultural community in the Rio Grande Valley. The town's name, meaning 'The Ash Trees' in Spanish, was chosen to reflect the native ash trees that once dotted the landscape before being cleared for farming. The railroad brought settlers from across the Midwest who established citrus groves and vegetable farms that became the economic foundation of the community.

RECENT

In 2020, Los Fresnos completed construction of a new $45 million high school campus that serves as a state-of-the-art educational facility for the growing community. The school features advanced technology labs, a performing arts center, and athletic facilities that have attracted families to relocate to the area. This investment has sparked additional residential and commercial development throughout the city.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Los Fresnos is the hometown of NFL linebacker Brian Orakpo, who played for the Washington Redskins and Tennessee Titans during his successful career. After retiring from professional football, Orakpo returned to Texas and co-founded Diggs & Orakpo BBQ with fellow NFL player Adam 'Pacman' Jones. The restaurant has become a popular destination, bringing national attention back to his Rio Grande Valley roots.

DID YOU KNOW

Los Fresnos sits just 20 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border and is located in one of the most important bird migration corridors in North America, the Central Flyway. Every winter, the area becomes a temporary home to over 500 species of birds, including rare tropical species that attract birdwatchers from around the world. The nearby Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge hosts some of the last remaining ocelots in the United States, with only about 50-80 of these wild cats left in Texas.

CULTURAL

Los Fresnos celebrates its bicultural heritage with the annual Falcon Festival, which honors the city's connection to both American and Mexican traditions through food, music, and art. The festival features traditional folklorico dancing, conjunto music, and authentic regional cuisine that reflects the community's position in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley. The event draws thousands of visitors each year and showcases the unique blend of cultures that defines daily life in this border region community.

Los Fresnos 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
Total: 712 plans City: (ID: 691f47baa690d39426478e27) Fetched: 5:15 AM

You can choose your household's electric provider in Los Fresnos.

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

These official rates are the identical prices you'll find calling the energy companies or visiting their websites.

Plans from many different energy providers are outlined in a powerful layout that simplifies evaluating alternatives.

This assures Texas consumers avoid hidden fees and marketing gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without spending hours calling different energy providers or sorting through hundreds of websites.

Energy in Los Fresnos has been deregulated. As an energy customer, you can choose a retail electricity provider (your electricity provider), which gives you insight and control over your energy bill.

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

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

As many as 60-100 energy companies compete for your business in Los Fresnos, with hundreds of plans to select from.

Average Electricity Rates in Los Fresnos

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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 Fresnos

#1 rule: Determine what your usage is!

Knowing the amount of electricity you will use month-to-month is the ideal way to find a deal on electricity in Los Fresnos. Why is this so vital?

The rate electricity providers advertise is for an exact monthly usage (typically 1000 kWh).

Every plan has a different equation for how your monthly bill is calculated, and your monthly bill will be determined by how much energy you consume in a month.

Unless you match the advertised usage each month, you will pay a "price per kWh" different than what you saw when you signed up.

Fortunately, there's a better way to choose your power rate.

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

Better still, if you have a year of usage history for your household, 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 best way to find the ideal energy plan for your home.

Compare Power does all this math for you instantly. What takes hours on a spreadsheet is now solved in a few seconds.

We put the power in your hands, taking what would amount to hours of investigation, spreadsheets, and computations across hundreds of plans and assisting you step-by-step with the energy rate plan that's best for your home's usage.

We clarify the details, disclosing the various charges, so you'll know precisely where your money is going and what to expect on your bill.

We then help you order your plan with your selected power company without leaving our website.

The bottom line is you must know your expected or historical usage before selecting the best electricity 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

If you cannot acquire 12 months of historical usage or own a brand new home, the next best thing is to estimate how much energy you will use in an average month.

While not as optimal as having all the previous 12 months of usage, estimating your average usage is better than blindly choosing the first plan you see advertised by an energy provider at a specific usage that isn't what you'll consume.

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

Moving to Los Fresnos: Setting up Electricity

If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Los Fresnos, 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: If you cannot obtain historical usage information, a second option would be to estimate your future usage using our "Help Me Choose" tool. By simply entering your zip code, the tool will be able to assess your home's projected electricity consumption.

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 Fresnos

Switching is good. Market conditions constantly change, so you must shop for a lower rate each year when your contract expires.

Your existing electricity company will typically raise your energy rate once your term expires. If you fail to 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, check the rates of competing energy 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 company to cancel (no "break-up call")
  • No one comes to your home
  • There is no disruption in your electricity supply
  • It takes just minutes

When you switch, your new electricity provider will handle everything, including canceling service with your previous provider.

Your lights stay on when you switch. Electricity in Los Fresnos 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 energy providers. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can choose any date within 14 days of your contract expiration without an "early cancellation" penalty. That's Texas Law.

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

And even if you're well inside your contract, savings achieved on your monthly bill by switching providers may outweigh the fee of breaking your existing contract.

If you are unsure, email us your latest energy bill, and one of our team members will get back to you promptly with your best options.

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 price.

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

Los Fresnos Energy Companies

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Are you trying to find an excellent electricity company in Los Fresnos?

You can sign up for service with great electricity providers such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

Click on the company of your choice to view rates, learn more, or sign up.

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Los Fresnos

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

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

That saves you a lot of time and hassle. No more surfing the internet and calling electricity companies to determine if a deposit will be required.

Working for you, we will instantly check any deposit requirements for other plans, allowing you to get power and return to your regular activities stress-free.

Learn how to get no-deposit lights.

Deposit Waivers

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

Los Fresnos Business Electricity Plans

If you run a company in Los Fresnos, you're in great company.

Los Fresnos is home to many small and large companies and is a thriving place to run a business.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

You must shop for rates from competing energy companies to lower your electricity bill.

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

You enroll 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 Fresnos 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 Fresnos, visit the or call them at .

Gas

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

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Los Fresnos, the City of Los Fresnos usually handles water, garbage, sewer, and recycling services.

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 Fresnos Electricity Rates FAQs

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City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

956-233-5768

Website

520 E Ocean Blvd, Los Fresnos, TX 78566

Water

City of Los Fresnos Water Department

956-233-5768

Website

Natural Gas

Texas Gas Service

800-700-2443

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Los Fresnos Solid Waste Services

956-233-5768

Website

School District

Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District

956-233-4401

Website

Public Library

956-233-3016

Website