Houston Electricity Rates

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Do you need to search and compare Houston electric companies? We can help. Most of Texas is deregulated, so residents have the power to choose their Houston electricity providers.

Houston, TX, also known as the “Energy Capital of the World,” has a population of 2.31 million. Temperatures in this Texas city are around 100 degrees in the summer, with winter temperatures commonly dipping into the low 30s, though more significant dips are possible. Such vast temperature changes make finding the best energy rates a priority.

Enter your ZIP code into the field above to see Houston electricity prices in your area.

Power to choose Houston electric companies

In 2002, Texas passed legislation to allow for the deregulation of most of the state’s energy market. Residents now get to choose their energy provider from different companies. Deregulation incentivizes companies to compete for your business by offering better rates and deals, helping consumers find cheap electricity rates in Houston.

Here are a few of the benefits Texas has seen from deregulation:

For electricity rates, Texas sits 11.4 percent lower than the national average.
For commercial electricity rates, Texas is 28.33 percent lower than the national average.
For industrial electricity rates, Texas sits nearly 26 percent lower than the national average.
Texas generates the most electricity of any state from wind.
Texas is in the top 5 for generation of electricity from solar energy.

Through the free Choose Energy marketplace, you can compare plans, Houston electricity rates, and Houston electric companies to find the best electric company in Houston, TX, for you. It’s as easy as entering your ZIP code above to compare electric rates in Houston!

You can also learn more through our energy buying guide and prepaid buying guide.

Also, you can learn more about:

Plan Name	Plan Length	Rate
Express Energy - Flash 12 - with Auto Pay	12 months	$0.067 / kWh
Frontier Utilities - Best Value 12	12 months	$0.067 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Saver 12	12 months	$0.067 / kWh
4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Select 12	12 months	$0.068 / kWh
Gexa Energy - Gexa Saver Deluxe 12	12 months	$0.069 / kWh
Just Energy - Power Plus 12	12 months	$0.079 / kWh
Constellation - 12 Month Flat Tier Product	12 months	$0.090 / kWh
Cirro - Smart Value 12 Online	12 months	$0.102 / kWh
TXU Energy - Smart Edge 12	12 months	$0.105 / kWh
Discount Power - Saver 24	24 months	$0.110 / kWh
Reliant - Basic Power 12	12 months	$0.112 / kWh
TriEagle Energy - Silver Eagle 12	12 months	$0.122 / kWh
First Choice Power - You Got This 24	24 months	$0.126 / kWh
Direct Energy - Live Brighter 36	36 months	$0.126 / kWh
Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Preferred	12 months	$0.130 / kWh
Chariot Energy - Green Saver 36	36 months	$0.140 / kWh
Payless Power - SmarTricity Premier 12 - Prepaid Plan	12 months	$0.148 / kWh

Please note: All rates above are accurate as of 8/04/2021, 5:47:19 PM CDT for ZIP Code 77002. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.

Houston utility companies & energy providers

Due to deregulation, energy providers and Houston utilities now have very different functions. In the past, utilities controlled the whole process, from transmission to energy sales to distribution. Now, the utility service transmits and distributes power, while the energy companies handle Houston’s energy generation and sales. When there is an outage, report it to the utility. CenterPoint Energy is the utility company in Houston.

You have many providers to choose from when looking for Houston electric rates and cheap electricity in Houston. Some of the most popular providers in the Houston area include 4Change Energy, Direct Energy, and TXU Energy. With Choose Energy, you don’t have to spend time searching “electricity rates near me” or “electricity rates in my area” because we have all the details in one place for you to browse.

Houston green energy

Texas is the national leader in renewable energy. Because renewable energy is so popular, many Houston electric companies give residents access to electricity plans powered by wind and solar energy.

Choose Energy also works with four suppliers that only sell green energy plans: Gexa Energy, Green Mountain, and Chariot Energy in the Houston area. Enter your ZIP code to see your green energy options.

Frequently asked questions about Houston energy

What is a good rate per kWh in Houston?

Several energy plans in Houston start under $0.060/kWh. However, the cheapest rate may not always be the best plan for you, so take a look at the term lengths and monthly usage requirements too. You can find these details by selecting a plan name from the list on this page and then clicking on “more info.”

How do I choose an electric provider in Houston?

To choose an electric provider, figure out if you want a fixed-rate, variable-rate, or no-deposit plan. Search and compare monthly rates, and then select the plan name to sign up in minutes online.

How can I lower my utility bill in Houston?

With the power to choose your provider, you are in the driver’s seat when it comes to lowering your electricity bill. Actions such as installing a smart thermostat can help lower your bill, but getting a great rate with the help of Choose Energy is the first place to start. Check out more tips on lowering your energy bill.

Houston electric rates in my area

It’s essential to shop around since areas throughout Houston can have different rates. The utility transmission charges can vary, which will affect your energy costs. Sure, you could do a web search for the best electric rates in my area or cheap electricity rates near me, but you’d have to search through pages of results. Easily find electric rates from the best energy companies in the Houston area by entering your ZIP code in the field above.

Houston energy for business

Choose Energy also works to provide companies with great Houston business electricity rates. You can either call Choose Energy at 844-321-7462 or visit our business energy page to find information on getting a customized Houston commercial energy plan for your company.

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