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Vernon, TX electricity rates
About 9,788 people live in Vernon (Census Bureau 2023 estimate). Vernon is in Wilbarger 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 Vernon ZIP codes: 76384.
Current AEP Texas North plans for Vernon
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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 Vernon 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.
Wilbarger County notes
In Wilbarger 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
- Burkburnett (Oncor, 42 mi)
- Wichita Falls (Oncor, 49 mi)
- Mineral Wells (Oncor, 115 mi)
- Abilene (AEP Texas North, 121 mi)
- Gainesville (Oncor, 128 mi)
- Sweetwater (Oncor, 132 mi)
Vernon electricity FAQ
Can I choose my electricity provider in Vernon, TX?
Yes, for addresses on the AEP Texas North system. Vernon ZIP codes 76384 are in the Texas competitive retail market, so you can pick any retail electric provider that serves AEP Texas North.
Who is the electric utility in Vernon?
AEP Texas North owns the poles and wires in Vernon, 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 Vernon bill?
Every plan in Vernon 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 Vernon?
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 Vernon ZIP on the home page. Plans with promotional terms of 3 months or less are left out.
Does switching providers in Vernon 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.