ZIP code 78842 is located in Val Verde County, Texas. The average residential electricity rate here is 19.2¢/kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 78842?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (AEP Texas Central Company) 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 do utility rates in 78842 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 78842 averages 19.2¢/kWh, about 17% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 29% above the Texas state average of 14.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Texas averages $17.98/Mcf, about 24% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 78842?
Electricity in ZIP code 78842 costs about 17% more than the national average. Compared to Texas overall, rates here are about 29% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 78842?
ZIP code 78842 has broadband coverage. Providers include Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 78842 in?
ZIP code 78842 is in Val Verde 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. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). 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: May 2026.