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Costa Rica's electricity costs are generally comparable to or slightly higher than Texas's average, but with significant variations due to tiered pricing and time-of-use rates, averaging around $0.12 to $0.18/kWh, while Texas averages around $0.1566/kWh, but CR offers very cheap off-peak rates (around $0.05/kWh) versus peak rates ($0.29/kWh), leveraging abundant renewables, whereas Texas benefits from cheap natural gas.
Overall: While Costa Rica's high-end rates are pricier, its very cheap off-peak rates can make it very competitive, especially for users who shift consumption to nights and early mornings.
Texas: Offers a consistently lower average cost due to its strong natural gas production, providing stable, affordable rates.
Context: Costa Rica's system heavily promotes energy conservation through time-of-use, while Texas benefits from a robust, low-cost fossil fuel market.