ELECTRICITY · 78406
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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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Find your good energy in 78406: compare electricity plans
Compare live electricity plans and city service contacts for homes and businesses in Corpus Christi.
Electricity Rates in 78406
Compare 86 plans from 8 providers, starting at 6.6¢ per kWh. AEP Central delivers the power.
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UTILITIES · 78406
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Trash & city services
City of Corpus Christi. Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 311.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: City of Corpus Christi — start 311. Leak line 911. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Frontier Fiber.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
Corpus Christi 311
311City resources ↗GAS LEAK
City of Corpus Christi — Corpus Christi Gas (municipal natural gas)
911More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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CHECKLISTS · 78406
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 78406?
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 78406 (Corpus Christi). 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 78406 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 a co-op, use that co-op’s outage number instead.
Who handles trash pickup in 78406?
City of Corpus Christi — Solid Waste Services (bundled with utility bill). Phone: 311 or 361-826-2489. Residential trash/recycling carts are typically on the city utility bill. Call 311 for missed pickup, carts, or schedules. Multifamily/commercial often private haulers.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Corpus Christi Gas (municipal) serves City of Corpus Christi addresses—start via 311 / 361-826-2489 (often with water/trash). Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 311 or 911 from a safe place. Do not call CenterPoint for CC city gas. Natural gas is not retail-choice like electricity.
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. Co-op and municipal customers (e.g. Robstown RUS) generally cannot shop REPs.
Does Corpus Christi use Houston or Dallas 311?
No—Corpus Christi has its own 311 (361-826-2489 outside city) for city water, gas, solid waste, and many city services. Do not call Houston 311 or Dallas 311. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911. Electric outages go to AEP Texas (866-223-8508), not 311.
Which internet providers serve 78406?
Common Coastal Bend / Crossroads options include AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Frontier, Sparklight, and Suddenlink/Optimum where built; availability thins in rural Goliad/DeWitt/Calhoun 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.
