Electricity plans in Vernon
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Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Vernon fast facts
- County
- Wilbarger County
- Population
- 10K
- TDU
- AEP Texas North
- Sample ZIP
- 76384
- AEP Texas North outage / switch-hold line
- 1-866-223-8508
About Vernon
What you're shopping for power in.
Vernon is the Wilbarger County seat in far north Texas near the Oklahoma border — historic ranching and agricultural city, home to the Waggoner Ranch (one of the largest single-fence ranches in the U.S.).
Climate & bill pattern
Continental climate transitioning to semi-arid — hot dry summers, cold winters with hard freezes.
Older mid-century homes dominate; winter electric heating loads are significant.
Major employers
- ·Vernon ISD
- ·Vernon College
- ·North Texas State Hospital
- ·Wilbarger General Hospital
Known neighborhoods
- ·Hillcrest
- ·Country Club
- ·Downtown Vernon
Best in Vernon
Best plans in Vernon
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
SimpleSaver 14
Maxx Saver Value 8
Smart Choice - 12
SimpleSaver 12
Bill Credit Bundle 24
Bill Bonus 24
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Vernon
Vernon is served by AEP Texas North as the local TDU. With a population of 10K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 120+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the AEP Texas North grid.
The average all-in rate in Vernon is currently 15.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. Actual rates vary by plan type, contract length, and how much your home uses. Fixed-rate plans typically offer the best value for households that don't want to think about rate swings.
Switching is 1-3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Vernon?
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Approximately 15.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the AEP Texas North grid range from 7.2¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.
Who is the TDU for Vernon?
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AEP Texas North maintains the power lines and infrastructure. TDU charges are the same regardless of your retail provider — set by the Public Utility Commission.
Can I switch providers in Vernon?
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Yes. Choose from 120+ plans available on the AEP Texas North grid. Switching takes 1–3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
How are the rankings calculated?
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We sort by the real monthly bill at your home's usage — not the advertised rate at 2,000 kWh. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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