ELECTRICITY · 78341
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AEP Central delivers power and handles outages (South load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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Electricity Rates in 78341
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UTILITIES · 78341
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Water & sewer
We couldn't confirm a single water provider for every address in this ZIP. Check with your city, WSC, or property manager.
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Find city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
We couldn't confirm piped natural gas for every address in this ZIP — check with the local gas company or your property manager.
CONTACTS · 78341
Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 78341?
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 78341 (Benavides). You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for your plan and bill. The rate table at the top of this page shows today's lowest 78341 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh, and you can switch through WattKarma (PUCT broker #BR220202) at no cost.
Who do I call when the power goes out?
Call AEP Texas at 866-223-8508, or use aeptexas.com outage tools. Your REP does not restore wires or poles. Downed line: stay away, call 911 and AEP Texas. If your bill shows Nueces EC, call 800-632-9288; SPEC members call 888-740-2220.
How do I start water service when I move into 78341?
Provider varies by street in Benavides / 78341 (small city, WSC, or unincorporated). Do not assume Corpus Christi 311, Alice, Kingsville, Rockport, or Portland service outside those footprints.
Who handles trash pickup in 78341?
City contract vs private hauler is address-dependent. Confirm with city hall, HOA, or landlord. Multifamily properties often use private haulers.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Piped gas is not confirmed for every 78341 address—many rural/coastal homes use propane. Where CenterPoint South Texas serves, start 800-427-7142; leak 888-876-5786. Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 911 and your gas provider from a safe place.
Is electricity regulated or competitive here?
Delivery is regulated through AEP Texas Central as TDU. Energy supply is competitive—you choose among licensed REPs. Compare the Electricity Facts Label at your expected kWh usage.
Does Benavides use Houston or Dallas 311?
No—Coastal Bend communities do not use Houston 311 or Dallas 311. Corpus Christi has its own 311 (361-826-2489 outside city) for Corpus Christi city services—do not assume it covers Benavides / 78341. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 78341?
Common Coastal Bend options include AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Frontier, and Sparklight where built; availability thins in rural Duval/Brooks/Jim Hogg/Bee parcels and on barrier islands. Use each provider’s checker with your full street address.
What should I do before digging in the yard?
Call 811 (Texas 811) before any digging or landscaping that disturbs soil so underground electric, gas, water, and telecom lines can be marked. Hitting a line can be dangerous and costly.
