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What is AEP Texas Central?

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AEP TEXAS CENTRAL

Overview

AEP Central Texas is a subsidiary of AEP Texas, a Texas based company serving around one million meters across 97,000 square miles of territory. It began operation as a Transmission/Distribution Service Provider (TDSP) under AEP in 1997, serving primarily South Texans.

Major Areas Served: Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Laredo, McAllen, Victoria, etc.

Best AEP Texas Central Electricity Plans

Electricity providers typically offer electricity plans by zip code. Here are some competitive AEP Texas Central electricity rates.

The average rate for AEP Texas Central on December 27, 2024 is 15.67¢ per kWh.

The cheapest AEP Texas Central energy rate is 14.03¢ per kWh from Rhythm Energy.

ProviderPlan NameRateTerm Length
Rhythm EnergySimply Select 614.0 ¢
1000 kWh
6 months
APG&E EnergyTrue Classic 1215.1 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Champion EnergyChamp Silver-2415.1 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Champion EnergyChamp Saver-2415.2 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Direct EnergyLive Brighter Lite 2415.2 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
APG&E EnergyTrue Classic 3615.3 ¢
1000 kWh
36 months
APG&E EnergyTrue Classic 1815.3 ¢
1000 kWh
18 months
Direct EnergyLive Brighter Lite 1215.3 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Champion EnergyChamp Saver-1215.4 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Rhythm EnergySimply Select 1415.4 ¢
1000 kWh
14 months

Please note: All rates above are accurate as of December 27, 2024 at 9:21 PM UTC. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.

How Does AEP Texas Central Compare?

Electricity providers offer different plans in different TDSPs, to accommodate delivery charges set by the electricity utilities. See how AEP Texas Central compares with competitive electricity rates in other TDSPs.

The average rate for all other TDSPs on December 27, 2024 is 15.89¢ per kWh.

The cheapest competitive energy rate is 10.30¢ per kWh from 4Change Energy in Oncor.

ProviderRateTerm LengthTDSP
4Change Energy10.3 ¢
1000 kWh
12 monthsOncor
4Change Energy10.6 ¢
1000 kWh
12 monthsCenterpoint
APG&E Energy11.4 ¢
1000 kWh
12 monthsAEP Texas North
APG&E Energy11.4 ¢
1000 kWh
12 monthsTNMP
APG&E Energy15.4 ¢
1000 kWh
6 monthsLPL

Please note: All rates above are accurate as of December 27, 2024 at 9:21 PM UTC. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.

What is the TDU/TDSP charge on my bill?

Electricity distribution requires maintenance and upkeep, which is why on your electricity bills, you’ll typically see a TDSP charge, or a distribution fee. It can also be called a TDU charge, which stands for Transmission and Distribution Utility. That charge is analogous to a shipping charge on an online purchase, or the delivery fee on a food delivery app. TDSP charges cover the cost of distributing your electricity to you over the month, as well as the cost of maintaining electricity lines and meters. These charges do not come from your electricity provider.

What’s the difference between an electricity provider and electricity utility?

Electricity utilities work with electricity providers to get the electricity from your plan into your home, by maintaining meters and power lines. They also handle power outages, which means if you’re on a plan in a zipcode serviced by AEP Texas Central and you lose power, you should call AEP Texas Central to get your lights back on, as opposed to your electricity provider.

Which Providers are Available in AEP Texas Central?

Here are some popular AEP Texas Central electricity providers in the state.

ProviderPlan NameBest RateTerm Length
4Change EnergyMaxx Saver Select 1211.2 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
APG&E EnergySimpleSaver 12 11.4 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Discount PowerBill Credit Bundle 2411.5 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Express EnergyFlash 2411.5 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Veteran EnergyValor 1213.7 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Rhythm EnergySimply Select 614.0 ¢
1000 kWh
6 months
Constellation Energy12 Month Usage Bill Credit14.5 ¢
1000 kWh
12 months
Champion EnergyChamp Silver-2415.1 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Direct EnergyLive Brighter Lite 2415.2 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
Ohm ConnectHalf-price Nights 24 15.6 ¢
1000 kWh
24 months
PaylessPower Connect6 Month - prepaid18.7 ¢
1000 kWh
6 months

How to Contact AEP Texas Central

Contact AEP Texas Central to report outages or electrical hazards at (866) 223-8508.

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