Houston Electricity Rates
Comparing Houston electricity rates? We track 199 plans across 40 providers in the TX service area. The cheapest rate is 7.3¢/kWh, the most expensive is 19.5¢, and the average sits at 13.11¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh usage. Plan mix: 38 fixed-rate (1–36 month), 2 variable.
Today's Cheapest Plans
Sorted by price at 1,000 kWh. Plans with bill credits can cost more at other usage levels — check the EFL for the full breakdown.
| Provider | Plan Name & Term | Rate per kWh | Sign Up |
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Octopus Energy
Octopus Lite 12 - 7.30¢
12 months
Cheapest
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7.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Low Rate
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months
Low Rate
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Saver 14 - 7.40¢
14 months
Fixed Rate
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 7.40¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.58¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion Flex - 8.90¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 8.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
Liberty Bell Flex - 8.90¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 8.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 8.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 8.90¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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8.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 9.00¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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9.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver 24 - 10.80¢
24 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Abundance Energy
Straight Forward 3 - 10.90¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
15 Month Usage Bill Credit - 10.90¢
15 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 3
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 11.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 14 - 11.50¢
14 months
Fixed Rate
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11.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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- ✓ The cheapest Houston electricity rate is 7.3¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — 40 providers compete in the CenterPoint Energy territory.
- ✓ Fixed-rate plans range from 1 to 36 months, with rates between 7.3¢ and 19.5¢/kWh.
- ✓ The average Houston household using 1,000 kWh/month pays roughly $131/month at today’s average rate of 13.11¢/kWh.
Best Electricity Plans in Houston by Usage Level
The average Houston home uses about 1,300 kWh per month — roughly 30% more than the national average of 1,000 kWh and above the Texas state average of 1,200 kWh. That higher usage makes choosing the right Houston electricity plan even more important. Below are the best Houston plans at four common usage levels, updated daily.
- INFUSE ENERGY
- 9.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- Octopus Energy
- 7.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- INFUSE ENERGY
- 8.9¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- INFUSE ENERGY
- 8.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
Houston’s AC Reality Check
Houston’s 90%+ humidity means your AC works harder than in drier Texas cities. Expect your summer usage to be 2–3x your spring usage. A home that uses 800 kWh in March might hit 2,000+ kWh in August. Always compare plans at BOTH 1,000 kWh and 2,000 kWh to avoid bill shock when Houston’s Gulf Coast summer arrives.
Houston Electricity Providers
We’ve compared rates and plans from 40 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving Houston’s CenterPoint Energy territory. Every provider listed below is licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and offers plans you can sign up for today. Your REP handles billing and customer service; CenterPoint delivers the power regardless of which provider you choose, so switching never affects reliability.
Houston Business Electricity Rates
Houston is the energy capital of the world — and that competitive spirit extends to what your business pays for electricity. Whether you run a Montrose coffee shop, a Galleria-area medical practice, or a Ship Channel industrial operation, deregulation means you can shop dozens of providers for the best commercial rate. Houston businesses switching from default utility rates typically save 15–30% on their electricity costs, and the savings scale with usage.
Unlike Houston residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, Houston commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on your business’s usage profile, demand patterns, and contract terms. That means a 3-minute quote request can unlock Houston business rates you’d never see on a residential comparison page.
Houston Electricity by ZIP Code
We track electricity rates across 144 ZIP codes in the greater Houston metro served by CenterPoint Energy. Find your ZIP below to confirm you can shop for Houston electricity plans on this page.
Don’t see your ZIP? CenterPoint Energy’s territory extends beyond this list. Enter your ZIP code at the top of this page to instantly check availability and compare plans.
How to Get or Switch Houston Electricity
Whether you’re moving to Houston or switching from an existing provider, the process is the same and takes about five minutes. Your new retail provider handles the coordination with CenterPoint Energy — you don’t need to call anyone else, and there’s zero interruption to your power.
Confirm Your Address & Check Your Contract
Enter your ZIP code to verify your address is in CenterPoint’s deregulated territory. Most of Houston and surrounding suburbs (Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Pearland, Pasadena, Clear Lake) qualify. If you’re switching from an existing plan, check your contract end date and early-termination fee — most ETFs are $50–$200, and you can switch penalty-free within 14 days of your contract end.
Compare Plans
Shop rates from Houston’s 40 providers. Compare at your actual usage level: apartments around 500 kWh, average homes 1,000–1,300 kWh, larger homes 2,000+ kWh. If you’re on an old plan or rolled onto a variable rate, switching could save $30–$65 per month.
Sign Up
Enroll online or by phone. You’ll need your service address, preferred start date, and a government ID. Your new provider files a switch request with ERCOT and CenterPoint, and service transfers on your next meter-read date — typically 1–3 business days. No one visits your home and the lights stay on the entire time.
Moving to Houston?
Schedule your electricity at least 5 business days before your move-in date to ensure power is on when you arrive — especially important during Houston’s summer months. Many providers offer same-day or next-day activation for an additional fee if you’re in a time crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions About Houston Electricity
Got questions about Houston’s electricity market? Our Houston-focused FAQs cover rates, plans, providers, and everything you need to know.
How does electricity deregulation work in Houston?
In Houston, electricity delivery and supply are separated. your local utility handles the wires and infrastructure, while you pick from competing suppliers (REP (Retail Electric Provider)s) for your actual electricity. This competition is regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT).
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Houston right now?
Right now, Houston rates start at 7.3¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh usage, offered by Octopus Energy (Octopus Lite 12 - 7.30¢). With 199 plans on the market, the average is 13.11¢/kWh. That’s a 44% spread between the cheapest and the average.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Houston?
A typical Houston household using 1,000 kWh pays around $131/month at the average rate of 13.11¢/kWh. Your bill will vary with seasonal usage patterns — summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest swings.
Who delivers electricity in Houston?
your local utility handles all electricity delivery in Houston — the physical infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response. Your choice of supplier only affects who generates and bills for the supply portion.
How do I switch electricity providers in Houston?
Switching is straightforward: compare plans, choose a REP (Retail Electric Provider), and sign up. The new supplier coordinates with your local utility automatically. Expect the switch to take 1–2 business days. There’s no physical work needed and no outage.
What happens when my contract expires?
Most suppliers move you to a month-to-month variable rate after your fixed term ends. This is usually higher than your locked-in rate. Set a reminder to compare plans before your contract expires.
How do Houston business electricity rates work?
Houston business electricity is priced differently from residential. Your rate depends on peak demand (kW), total consumption (kWh), and contract term. Request quotes from multiple REP (Retail Electric Provider)s to find the most competitive offer.
Who handles power outages in Houston?
your local utility. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.
Sources & Notices
These are real-time rates from the ElectricChoice.com electric rate and plan marketplace. The inclusion, exclusion, ranking, or naming of any rate, plan, or provider on this page does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Listed rates may or may not account for all plan features, fees, etc. You should review each plan’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL) and plan terms before enrolling.