ZIP code 77979 covers Port Lavaca, Texas in Calhoun County. This area is served by 30 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.5¢/kWh. 63.3% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$360/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 77979?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (AEP Texas Central Company) and gas (Centerpoint Energy - Entex, (713) 207-1111) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How much do utilities cost per month in 77979?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $359, which is about $24 less than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $175/month. Natural gas runs about $125. Water and sewer combined are around $60. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 77979?
No — electricity in Port Lavaca, TX costs about 17% less than the national average. Compared to Texas overall, rates here are about 8% lower. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 77979?
Port Lavaca, TX has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), Frontier (Fiber up to 7,000 Mbps), Infinium Broadband (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), La Ward Communications (Fiber / DSL up to 1,000 Mbps), MyJEC.net (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 77979 in?
ZIP code 77979 is in Calhoun County, Texas.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: April 2026.