McAllen Best Electricity Rates, Plans and Light Companies

Electricity Companies, Rates, Plans and Reviews in McAllen

Electricity Companies in McAllen: With your ability to choose electric companies in Texas, you can compare plans to find the best energy providers and electricity rates for your home. Compare energy providers and rates for McAllen on Home Energy Club.

Reviews of Energy Company Services in McAllen: It’s important to learn as much as you can about a provider before you make the switch. Check out our Texas Electricity Companies Reviews page to find reviews for top electricity providers.

You can find McAllen power outage information and maps on our American Electric Power page.

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McAllen Energy Plans & Rates

{total} Gexa Energy Plans & Rates

Plan NamePlan LengthRate
  • These rates are for Oncor service areas.
  • Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

Speak with Gexa for cheap rates with a 60-Day “Happiness Guarantee” at 855-639-8212 (mention code “GexaTX” for discount).

Call Gexa (855-639-8212)

{total} Frontier Energy Plans & Rates

Plan NamePlan LengthRate
  • These rates are for Oncor service areas.
  • Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

Speak with a Frontier Utilities operator directly for easy enrollment by phone at 855-782-8379.

Call Frontier (855-782-8379)

{total} Reliant Energy Plans & Rates

Plan NamePlan LengthRate
  • These rates are for Oncor service areas.
  • Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

Speak with a Reliant Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-339-0416.

Call Reliant (833-339-0416)

{total} Payless Power No Deposit

Plan NamePlan LengthRate
  • These rates are for Oncor service areas.
  • Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

Speak with Payless Power about their competitive “No Deposit” prepaid electricity plans at 833-926-9776.

Call Payless (833-926-9776)

History:  The City of McAllen was named after John McAllen who had donated land in 1904, to the railroad company finish the railway to Mexico. In 1947, oil was discovered in the Reynosa area near McAllen which attracted a large number of immigrants from Mexico’s interior regions. As their tourism industry continued to grow from the 1940s to the 1970s, so did a number of residents, going from around 20,000 in 1950 to over 32,000 in 1960. Currently, McAllen is a city that deals with border crossings daily, which has become a key component in the local economy.

Website for the City of McAllen

Google Map to McAllen City Hall

Local McAllen Businesses that Can Help You Reduce Your Energy Bill

McAllen air conditioner companies that sell and install energy-efficient A/C units and smart thermostats:

McAllen attic insulation services that provide quality insulation to help you cut energy costs:

Stores in McAllen where you can buy LED light bulbs:

Stores that sell certified Energy Star Products in McAllen:

Local McAllen window installation companies that sell energy-efficient windows:

Business Organizations in McAllen

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Dealers in McAllen

As the automotive industry evolves, electric vehicles (EVs) are growing in popularity. Some of the benefits of EVs include lower fuel costs (electrical) and reduced carbon emissions, and they have lower maintenance costs than conventional cars and trucks. Top manufacturers of EVs include Tesla, BMW, Nissan, Chevrolet, and Ford. The best-selling models from these manufacturers include: Tesla Model 3, BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Bolt, and the Ford Fusion.

Find electric vehicle charging stations in McAllen here!

To get the best electricity rates in Texas for your home charging, enroll in a plan on Home Energy Club, where many of the top electricity providers in Texas offer their rates for less than those found on their own sites.

Below is a list of local McAllen car dealerships that sell the EVs listed above:

 

Mfg. & EV ModelFind McAllen DealerTop Reviewed DealershipPhone NumberLocation
Tesla: Tesla Model 3LocateTesla – Corpus Christi(510) 249-40923605 S Padre Island Dr Corpus Christi, TX 78415
BMW: BWM i3LocateBert Ogden BMW(956) 467-56633201 N 10th St, McAllen, TX 78501
Nissan: Nissan LeafLocateBert Ogden Nissan of McAllen(956) 683-6612 721 N Jackson Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
Chevrolet: Chevrolet BoltLocateFiesta Chevrolet(956) 287-3654 4002 South Expressway 281, Edinburg, TX 78542
Ford: Ford FusionLocateSpikes Ford(888) 476-3704805 E Expressway 83, Mission, TX 78572

How to Lower Your Electricity Bill and Carbon Emissions in McAllen

Reduce your energy rate and cut your CO2: Review profiles of the cheapest electric providers in McAllen on Home Energy Club and check out discounted electricity rates that are often less than those you’ll find on the power company sites for energy plans featuring the same term length.  To help lower your personal CO2 emissions, enroll in a 100% renewable energy plan at rates that are lower than those of many traditional fossil-fuel plans.

Cut your electricity usage by taking simple steps that will save your money: You can also reduce your energy bill by following any of these 10 easy steps.

Landmarks, Events, Universities, Sports Teams in McAllen

  • Quinta Mazatlan
  • Hildago Viejo
  • La Lomita Mission
  • Old Hildago Pumphouse Museum and World Birding Center
  • McAllen Holiday Parade
  • Rio Grande Valley Polo Match & Hot Air Balloon Festival
  • University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • Find events in McAllen

Who to Call if You Have a Power Outage in McAllen

If you’re experiencing a power outage in McAllen, you’re to call one of the Transmission and Delivery Service Providers (TDSPs or TDUs), your Retail Electricity Provider (REP). McAllen metro area’s TDSP is AEP Central, so call them at (866) 223-8508 in case of a McAllen power outage.

Electric Companies in McAllen

Home Energy Company collects reviews and customer satisfaction data on over 40 electricity companies servicing McAllen from a combination of independent review sites, the State of Texas Public Utility Commission Complaints Stats, the Better Business Bureau and other sources. HEC combines third party information with its Home Energy Club/Amazon customer rating survey results to determine a rating for the energy providers listed in the first table below. The ratings can be found on the HEC electric company reviews page and Texas energy providers’ pages. You’ll find reviews, phone numbers and energy rate links for all providers in both tables.

Rates, Reviews and Numbers for HEC-rated Electric Companies in McAllen

Provider
Phone Number 
Reviews
Energy Rates
Amigo Energy
888-469-2644
Amigo Energy McAllen Reviews
Amigo Energy McAllen Rates
Chariot Energy 
844-978-6797
Chariot Energy McAllen Reviews
Chariot Energy McAllen Rates
Cirro Energy
833-392-9778
Cirro Energy McAllen Reviews
Cirro Energy McAllen Rates
Discount Power
833-556-6491
Discount Power McAllen Reviews
Discount Power McAllen Rates
Express Energy
844-361-2080
Express Energy McAllen Reviews
Express Energy McAllen Rates
4Change Energy
855-784-2426
4Change Energy McAllen Reviews
4Change Energy McAllen Rates
Frontier Energy
281-914-4976
Frontier Energy McAllen Reviews
Frontier Energy McAllen Rates
Gexa Energy
855-639-8212
Gexa Energy McAllen Reviews
Gexa Energy McAllen Rates
Green Mountain Energy
833-339-0421
Green Mt. Energy McAllen Reviews
Green Mt. Energy McAllen Rates
NRG Energy
713 537-3000
NRG Energy McAllen Reviews
NRG Energy McAllen Rates
Just Energy
833-871-5317
Just Energy McAllen Reviews
Just Energy McAllen Rates
Payless Energy
866-702-5033
Payless Energy McAllen Reviews
Payless Energy McAllen Rates
Pulse Power
888-853-4219
Pulse Power McAllen Reviews
Pulse Power McAllen Rates
Reliant Energy
833-339-0416
Reliant Energy McAllen Reviews
Reliant Energy McAllen Rates
Tara Energy
713-830-1019
Tara Energy McAllen Reviews
Tara Energy McAllen Rates
TriEagle Energy
888-380-4813
TriEagle Energy McAllen Reviews
TriEagle Energy McAllen Rates
Stream Energy
866-447-8732
Stream Energy McAllen Reviews
Stream Energy McAllen Rates
TXU Energy
855-545-5206
TXU Energy McAllen Reviews
TXU Energy McAllen Rates
Xoom Energy
888-997-8979
Xoom Energy McAllen Reviews
Xoom Energy McAllen Rates

Rates, Reviews and Numbers for Non-HEC Rated Electric Companies in McAllen

Provider
Phone Number
Reviews
Energy Rates
Ambit Energy
877-282-6248
Ambit Energy McAllen Reviews
Ambit Energy McAllen Rates
Acacia Energy
866-302-3233
Acacia Energy McAllen Reviews
Acacia Energy McAllen Rates
Bounce Energy
888-305-3828
Bounce Energy McAllen Reviews
Bounce Energy McAllen Rates
Constellation Energy
866-917-8271
Constellation Energy McAllen Reviews
Constellation Energy McAllen Rates
Direct Energy
855-461-9824
Direct Energy McAllen Reviews
Direct Energy McAllen Rates
First Choice Power
866-469-2464
First Choice Power McAllen Reviews
First Choice Power McAllen Rates
Infinite Energy
877-604-3489
Infinite Energy McAllen Reviews
Infinite Energy McAllen Rates
Our Energy
888-545-4687
Our Energy McAllen Reviews
Our Energy McAllen Rates
Penstar Power
800-687-5700
Penstar Power McAllen Reviews
Penstar Power McAllen Rates
Pogo Energy
888-764-6669
Pogo Energy McAllen Reviews
Pogo Energy McAllen Rates
Southwest Power & Light
866-941-7975
Southwest Power & Light McAllen Reviews
Southwest Power & Light McAllen Rates
Startex Energy
866-917-8271
Startex Energy McAllen Reviews
Startex Energy McAllen Rates
Think Energy
888-923-3633
Think Energy McAllen Reviews
Think Energy McAllen Rates
Veteran Energy
800-578-7070
Veteran Energy McAllen Reviews
Veteran Energy McAllen Rates
Volt Energy
281-369-5900
Volt Energy McAllen Reviews
Volt Energy McAllen Rates
Windrose Energy
800-483-1836
Windrose Energy McAllen Reviews
Windrose Energy McAllen Rates

Best Texas Electricity Rates Chart*

Average Monthly Usage
PROVIDERS/PLANS500
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1000
kWh
2000
kWh
Contract
Term
Rate
Type
Cancel
Fee
Renewable
Content
CIRRO PLANS
Smart Lock Saver 24 14.5¢13¢11.7¢24 MonthsFixed $29521%
GEXA PLANS
Gexa Saver Freedom 36 17.3¢16.8¢16.5¢36 MonthsFixed $295.00100%
Gexa Energy Saver 24 15.4¢14.9¢14.7¢24 MonthsFixed $295.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 24 22.7¢9.7¢15.7¢24 MonthsFixed $295.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Advantage 12 20.1¢19.6¢14.4¢12 MonthsFixed $150.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Lite 12 13.1¢17.6¢19.9¢12 MonthsFixed $150.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Premium 12 24.8¢20.9¢12.6¢12 MonthsFixed $150.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Premium 24 24.5¢20.5¢12.3¢24 MonthsFixed $295.00100%
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 22.8¢9.8¢15.8¢12 MonthsFixed $150.00100%
JUST PLANS
Just Energy Web Plan - 24 14.5¢14.5¢14.5¢24 MonthsFixed $17512%
Base Saver III - 12 19.8¢11.9¢15.4¢12 MonthsFixed $17512%
Just Energy Web Plan - 12 14.9¢14.9¢14.9¢12 MonthsFixed $17512%
PULSE POWER PLANS
Texas Fixed 12 14.1¢13.6¢13.3¢12 MonthsFixed $2021%
RELIANT PLANS
Truly Free Weekends 100% Solar 12 15.7¢15.2¢14.9¢12 MonthsFixed $150%
Truly Free Nights 100% Solar 12 15.7¢15.2¢14.9¢12 MonthsFixed $150%
TRI-EAGLE PLANS
Sure Value 36 15.4¢11.9¢13.1¢36 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Eagle 36 13.7¢13.2¢12.9¢36 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Savvy Value 36 14.2¢13.7¢11.9¢36 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Savvy Value 24 14.2¢13.7¢11.9¢24 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Sure Value 24 15.4¢11.9¢13.1¢24 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Savvy Value 12 14.2¢13.7¢11.9¢12 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Eagle 12 13.7¢13.2¢12.9¢12 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Sure Value 12 15.4¢11.9¢13.1¢12 MonthsFixed $20.007%
Green Eagle 36 14.7¢14.2¢13.9¢36 MonthsFixed $20.00100%
Green Eagle 12 14.7¢14.2¢13.9¢12 MonthsFixed $20.00100%
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McAllen Electricity Frequently Asked Questions

Who has the cheapest electricity rates in McAllen?

HomeEnergyClub.com tracks the most trusted light companies and identifies the cheapest electricity rates in McAllen. Currently claiming the top four spots for the best electricity rates in McAllen are:

Enter your zip code at Home Energy Club to instantly review discount rates in McAllen. The site is home to vetted energy plans using the TrustPlan™ process and is a one-stop resource where you can compare dozens of energy companies, get information specifically about McAllen electricity, and find trustworthy ratings and reviews, complaint stats, and special discount rates. The exclusive low rates give testament to the site’s bargaining power with energy providers. The service is free and the club does not sell preferred treatment to electric companies. The site advocates for consumers and there are never any membership fees.

What are best light companies in McAllen?

Using its unbiased process, HomeEnergyClub.com currently identifies the “Top 13 Best Electric Companies in McAllen” as:

Unbiased ratings and reviews of residential energy companies are provided at Home Energy Club from such objective sources as the Better Business Bureau (BBB), Public Utilities Commission of Texas, and major review sites, including Yelp and Google. When determining which are the best electric companies in McAllen, the following qualities are considered:

  • Best pricing based on rates offered  
  • Clarity of energy plans and trustworthiness 
  • Customer service and history of complaint resolution 
  • Quality of billing practices

What is a good rate per kWh in McAllen?

The lowest rates per kWh in McAllen fell to as low as 5 cents and 6 cents on HomeEnergyClub.com due to a collapse in commodity prices, but seasonal variations are common and commodity prices have mostly bounced back. Now is a good time to consider locking in exceptionally low rates by enrolling in a 24-month, 36-month or 60-month energy plan by entering your zip code. Power generation rates will rise to normal levels, leading to increases in residential electricity rates. Residential electricity in Texas has been about 11 cents/kWh, on average, in recent years.

Where to find objective light company reviews and ratings in McAllen?

To avoid being influenced by reviews with potential bias, it is best not to rely on energy marketing websites that develop in-house reviews. Electric company ratings, reviews, and complaint statistics used by Home Energy Club are from the following independent, objective sources:

  • The Public Utility Commission of Texas
  • Better Business Bureau (BBB)
  • Google Reviews
  • Yelp Reviews
  • Home Energy Club/Amazon surveys 

Visit HomeEnergyClub.com to read reviews and ratings of McAllen electric companies from objective, dependable sources. 

Why is my McAllen energy bill so high?

Home Energy Club vets each energy plan and removes those with tricky gimmicks as a way of helping you avoid nightmare bill surprises. Unexpectedly high energy bills can occur for various other reasons as well, such as the following:

  • Rates have been increased by the electric company. Your electricity rates can be increased by the energy company at any time when you choose a variable rate plan, and the same is true with plans offering “wholesale prices.” Non-fixed variable rate plans can lead to staggeringly high energy bills, especially if you enroll in plans from untrustworthy providers. 
  • Your energy use does not match your energy plan. It is not unusual for shocking bill surprises to be the result of choosing the wrong energy plan for your home’s energy usage. For example, when apartment-dwellers using 500 kWh (the average for apartments) signs onto an energy plan intended for large homes using 2,000 kWh or more, they typically receive very high light bills. But if you review the Electricity Facts Label and read our guide to ensure that your home’s level of energy usage is a good match with the energy plan you select, ugly bill surprises can usually be averted.
  • The fixed-price plan you chose has expired. Before your fixed price energy plan expires, it is important to act in order to avoid a huge spike in electricity costs. Energy providers commonly switch customers whose plans have expired to expensive rates. You can avoid this by renewing or switching to another plan within 10 days before your current plan expires. 
  • Other factors that can increase your energy costs include a home that lacks energy efficiency, and sharp increases in electricity usage caused by the relentless heat of Texas summers. 

 

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