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Port Aransas Electricity Rates

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Rates for Port Aransas

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

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This electricity rates guide for Port Aransas, Texas is current as of June 2026. Port Aransas is a city of 2,613 residents located in Nueces County, Texas. Port Aransas's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutPort Aransas

Population

2,613

County

Nueces

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

cityofportaransas.org

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Port Aransas was originally known as 'Ropesville' when it was founded in the 1850s, named after the rope-making business that used local vegetation. The town later became a crucial shipping port during the Civil War, serving as a Confederate stronghold until Union forces captured it in 1863, making it a strategic gateway to the Texas coast.

RECENT

In 2017, Hurricane Harvey devastated Port Aransas with 130+ mph winds, destroying 95% of the buildings and forcing the entire population to evacuate. The resilient community rebuilt stronger than before, with new hurricane-resistant construction codes and improved infrastructure that was completed by 2020, transforming the town into a model of coastal resilience.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Port Aransas became a favorite retreat for President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who visited multiple times in the 1930s and 1940s for deep-sea fishing expeditions. The town also gained fame as a filming location for several movies, including parts of 'The Life of David Gale' starring Kevin Spacey, which showcased the area's dramatic coastal landscapes.

DID YOU KNOW

Port Aransas is home to the only free 24-hour ferry system in Texas, which has been operating continuously since 1934 without charging passengers a single cent. The ferry system transports over 1 million vehicles annually across the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, and legend says that if you hold your breath while crossing, you'll have good luck fishing on the island.

CULTURAL

Port Aransas hosts the annual 'SandFest' sand sculpture competition, which draws over 100,000 visitors and features master sculptors creating elaborate temporary artworks that can reach 20 feet tall. The town is also famous for its 'fishing guides culture,' where multi-generational families have passed down secret fishing spots and techniques for over a century, creating an informal but respected guild of local fishing experts.

Port Aransas 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 energy provider in Port Aransas.

Compare Power is a free consumer service established in 2009 to help residents of Port Aransas search for their lowest-rate energy plan.

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

Plans from many different electricity providers are shown in a standardized grid, making evaluating alternatives simple and fast.

This assists Texas energy customers in avoiding hidden fees and advertising gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without throwing away hours and hours calling different energy providers or clicking through hundreds of websites.

Energy in Port Aransas has been deregulated. As a resident, you have a choice when selecting a retail electricity provider (your energy provider), which gives you control and power over your energy bills.

Deregulation of energy in the state de-monopolized the energy market for most of the state, the city of Port Aransas included, which introduced lots of competition.

As a result, many excellent retail electricity providers compete for your business in Port Aransas by offering low rates, making it a great time to compare, switch, and save money on your energy statement.

As many as 65+ retail electricity providers compete for your business in Port Aransas, with hundreds of plans to sort through.

Average Electricity Rates in Port Aransas

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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 Port Aransas

#1 rule: Determine what your usage is!

Determining how much electricity you will consume month-to-month is the ideal way to find a deal on electricity in Port Aransas. Why does this matter?

The rate electricity providers advertise is for an exact monthly usage (usually 2000 kWh).

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

Unless you use the advertised amount each month, you will pay a "price per kWh" different than the one you saw advertised when you ordered.

Fortunately, there's a better way to shop for electricity rates.

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

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 absolute best way to discover your home's ideal electricity rate plan.

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

We put you in the driver's seat, taking what would amount to hours of research, spreadsheets, and computations across hundreds of plans, and guide you step-by-step to the energy plan that's best for your household's consumption.

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

We then help you sign up with your selected power provider without leaving our service.

The takeaway here is you must understand your expected or historical usage before picking 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 company 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 Port Aransas: Setting up Electricity

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

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. The tool will assess your home's projected electricity consumption by simply entering your zip code.

Sign-up for a plan instantly 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 Port Aransas

Switching is good. Market conditions are constantly changing, so it is essential to shop for a lower rate every year when your contract is close to expiring.

Your existing energy provider will typically raise your energy 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, check the rates of competing energy companies.

Switching can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars yearly on your energy 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 decide to switch, your new energy provider will take care of everything for you, including canceling service with your previous company.

There is no loss of power when you switch. Electricity in Port Aransas 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 pick 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 companies may outweigh the fee of breaking your existing contract.

If you're ready to switch and want to find the best plan, remember that understanding your usage is the best way to find the lowest price.

Keep in mind that when you get ready to switch and you want to know the most efficient way to find the right plan at the best rate, it is essential that you first understand your usage. To accomplish that, you must collect the usage history for the past 12 months.

Port Aransas Energy Companies

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Are you trying to find an excellent electricity company in Port Aransas?

You can enroll for service with great companies 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 Port Aransas

Need to find an energy plan in Port Aransas that doesn't require a deposit?

If your first choice of plans charges a deposit, Compare Power will automatically show you additional plans that require no money down.

Instead of calling around power companies or browsing websites to determine if different electricity companies need a deposit, this will save you much time and effort.

Working for you, we will instantly review 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.

Port Aransas Business Power Rates

If you run a company in Port Aransas, you're not alone.

Port Aransas has become a thriving place for many small to mid-sized companies. The town 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

It would be best to shop for prices from competing providers to manage your energy 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 on Compare Power, and the providers will present their bids. You choose the best rate. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Port Aransas 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 Port Aransas, visit the or call them at .

Gas

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

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Port Aransas, the City of Port Aransas 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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Port Aransas Electricity Rates FAQs

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City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

361-749-4111

Website

710 W Avenue A, Port Aransas, TX 78373

Water

City of Port Aransas Water Department

361-749-4111

Website

Natural Gas

CenterPoint Energy

713-659-2111

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Port Aransas Solid Waste Services

361-749-4111

Website

School District

Port Aransas Independent School District

361-749-1294

Website

Public Library

361-749-4186

Website