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Alpine, TX electricity rates
About 6,039 people live in Alpine (Census Bureau 2023 estimate). Alpine is in Brewster County and gets its power delivered by AEP Texas North, so households here can shop among retail electric providers. AEP Texas North serves a wide stretch of West Central Texas around Abilene, San Angelo and the Big Country.
Eligible Alpine ZIP codes: 79830, 79831.
Heads up: ZIP 79832 is split between providers, so some addresses there may not be able to switch. Enter your ZIP below or check your address with your current bill.
Current AEP Texas North plans for Alpine
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Average price at 1,000 kWh from each plan's EFL, delivery charges included. Plans with terms of 3 months or less are excluded. Rank plans at your usage.
How the AEP Texas North delivery charge works
Your bill has two parts. The energy charge is what your provider sets and competes on. The delivery charge belongs to AEP Texas North: a fixed monthly customer and metering charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate approved by the PUCT. Every provider in Alpine pays the same delivery charges, which is why comparing the all-in average price on the EFL is the fair way to shop. Low-usage homes feel the fixed monthly piece more, so check prices at 500 kWh if you live in a small apartment.
Brewster County notes
In Brewster County, competitive service comes through AEP Texas North. Some nearby areas in the county are served by a city-owned utility or co-op and cannot switch.
Nearby cities
- Odessa (Oncor, 133 mi)
- Midland (Oncor, 149 mi)
- Andrews (Oncor, 155 mi)
- Del Rio (AEP Texas Central, 177 mi)
- Big Spring (Oncor, 190 mi)
- San Angelo (AEP Texas North, 207 mi)
Alpine electricity FAQ
Can I choose my electricity provider in Alpine, TX?
Yes, for addresses on the AEP Texas North system. Alpine ZIP codes 79830, 79831 are in the Texas competitive retail market, so you can pick any retail electric provider that serves AEP Texas North. ZIP 79832 is split, so confirm your address.
Who is the electric utility in Alpine?
AEP Texas North owns the poles and wires in Alpine, reads meters and restores outages. You do not choose the utility; it stays the same no matter which provider you pick. To report an outage, call AEP Texas North at 1-866-223-8508.
What is the AEP Texas North delivery charge on my Alpine bill?
Every plan in Alpine includes AEP Texas North's regulated delivery charges: a fixed monthly customer charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate, both set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Providers pass these through, so they are already included in the average price shown on each plan's Electricity Facts Label (EFL). They are updated periodically, so read the current figures on the EFL rather than an old article.
How do I compare electricity rates in Alpine?
Use the live table on this page, which lists current fixed-rate plans on the AEP Texas North system from the state's Power to Choose data, sorted by average price at 1,000 kWh. For a ranking at your own usage, enter your Alpine ZIP on the home page. Plans with promotional terms of 3 months or less are left out.
Does switching providers in Alpine interrupt my power?
No. The new provider handles the switch with the utility, and the same wires deliver your power. A standard switch usually completes within a few business days.