ELECTRICITY · 78550
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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 78550
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UTILITIES · 78550
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Water & sewer
Harlingen Waterworks System (HWWS). Start or transfer at 956-406-8001.
Start water service ↗Trash & city services
City of Harlingen Public Works (garbage). Carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 956-216-5301.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Texas Gas Service (ONE Gas) — start 800-700-2443. Leak line 800-959-5325. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, Frontier Fiber.
Start gas service ↗CONTACTS · 78550
Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC)
866-223-8508Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
City services
956-216-5301City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Texas Gas Service (ONE Gas) — Rio Grande Valley Service Area
800-959-5325More 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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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 78550?
AEP Texas Central (AEPTC) is the utility that delivers electricity and restores outages in 78550 (Harlingen). 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 78550 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 Magic Valley EC, call 866-225-5683 instead.
Who handles trash pickup in 78550?
City of Harlingen Public Works (garbage) — often billed with HWWS inside city. Phone: 956-216-5301. Inside Harlingen city: Public Works garbage questions 956-216-5301; often on HWWS bill. Outside city: confirm Republic or private hauler. Multifamily may be private.
Who provides natural gas, and what if I smell gas?
Texas Gas Service (RGV Service Area) is the typical LDC for many Harlingen addresses. Start/transfer: 800-700-2443. Suspected leak: leave immediately, then call 911 and Texas Gas Service 800-959-5325 from a safe place. 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.
Does Harlingen use Houston or Dallas 311?
No—Rio Grande Valley communities do not use Houston 311 or Dallas 311. Life-threatening emergencies still dial 911.
Which internet providers serve 78550?
Common RGV options include AT&T Fiber, Spectrum, and Frontier; availability thins in rural Starr/Willacy/Cameron coastal areas. 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.
