What is the average electricity rate in Laredo, Texas?

The average residential electricity rate in Laredo is approximately 13.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $151 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Laredo?

Natural gas customers in Laredo pay an average of $52 per month. The rate is approximately $1.76/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Laredo, Texas?

Electricity in Laredo is distributed by Medina Electric Coop, Inc and Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Laredo?

Laredo natural gas service is provided by Atmos Energy and CenterPoint Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Laredo electricity rates compare to Texas averages?

Laredo's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is below the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Laredo?

To start electric service in Laredo, contact Medina Electric Coop, Inc and Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc. For gas service, contact Atmos Energy and CenterPoint Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Laredo, Texas Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Laredo, Texas

Laredo is served by Medina Electric Coop, Inc and Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc. Utilities covering Webb County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh — below the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $151. Natural gas in Laredo is distributed by Atmos Energy.

Compared to the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh/kWh, Laredo's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is 2.50¢ below the Texas average. As Texas is a deregulated market, Laredo residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Laredo

Medina Electric Coop, Inc
Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Laredo

Atmos Energy
CenterPoint Energy

Laredo vs Texas Energy Rates

Metric	Laredo	Texas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.94¢	16.44¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.76	$1.76	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$151	$163	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$52	$52	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Laredo Residents

As a Texas city, Laredo residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ LITE-UP Texas
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program
✅ AMP (Average Monthly Payment)
✅ PUCT Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Laredo Residents

✓ Set your AC to 78°F when home and 85°F when away to reduce cooling costs.
✓ Use ceiling fans to feel 4°F cooler without lowering the thermostat.
✓ Plant shade trees on the west and south sides of your home to block afternoon sun.
✓ Have your HVAC system serviced every spring before the cooling season begins.
✓ Seal duct leaks — up to 30% of cooled air can escape in a leaky duct system.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Laredo, Texas

The average residential electricity rate in Laredo is approximately 13.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $151 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Laredo pay an average of $52 per month. The rate is approximately $1.76/therm per therm.
Electricity in Laredo is distributed by Medina Electric Coop, Inc and Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Laredo natural gas service is provided by Atmos Energy and CenterPoint Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Laredo's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is below the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Laredo, contact Medina Electric Coop, Inc and Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc. For gas service, contact Atmos Energy and CenterPoint Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.