Bridgeport Electricity Rates

Shopping for electricity in Bridgeport? Rates start at 13.65¢/kWh across 7 providers. That’s 7 retail providers offering everything from 13.65¢ to 17.2¢/kWh, with a market average of 14.85¢ at standard usage. Rates sourced from official marketplace data and refreshed multiple times daily.

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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.

Cheapest Bridgeport electricity plans compared by provider, rate, and term length
ProviderPlanRateAction
Town Square Energy
Town Square Energy 4 - 13.67¢
4 months Fixed Rate
13.67¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Direct Energy
Direct Energy 15 - 13.69¢
15 months Fixed Rate
13.69¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. 15 - 13.89¢
15 months Fixed Rate
13.89¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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North American Power
North American Power 12 - 13.99¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.99¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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XOOM Energy
XOOM Energy CT, LLC 4 - 14.29¢
4 months Fixed Rate
14.29¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Think Energy LLC
Think Energy, LLC 12 - 16.70¢
12 months Fixed Rate
16.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 7 cheapest Bridgeport electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.

Bridgeport’s coastal location on Long Island Sound brings moderate winters and humid summers. The average household uses 700–900 kWh/month, with summer cooling and winter heating driving seasonal peaks.

Average Bridgeport Home
1,000 kWh/month
Major Energy Electric Services, LLC 14 - 13.65¢
$136.50/mo
estimated Bridgeport monthly bill
  • Major Energy
  • 13.65¢/kWh at this usage
  • 14-month fixed rate

We compare rates from 7 certified electric suppliers active in United Illuminating’s Bridgeport territory. Every supplier below offers plans to Bridgeport residents today.

Major Energy
Supplier · Bridgeport
Town Square Energy
Supplier · Bridgeport
Direct Energy
Supplier · Bridgeport
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Supplier · Bridgeport
North American Power
Supplier · Bridgeport
XOOM Energy
Supplier · Bridgeport
Think Energy LLC
Supplier · Bridgeport

Bridgeport is Connecticut’s most populous city with a diverse economy anchored by P.T. Barnum heritage, the University of Bridgeport, and a revitalizing waterfront district. Commercial customers access deregulated rates through United Illuminating territory.

Business electricity pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.

Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and suppliers in Bridgeport and the United Illuminating service area.

What is the cheapest electricity rate in Bridgeport right now?

13.65¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — that’s the best rate available in Bridgeport today, offered by Major Energy (Major Energy Electric Services, LLC 14 - 13.65¢). The average plan runs 14.85¢/kWh, so shopping the bottom of the market saves roughly $12/month. Bridgeport is served by 7 PURA-licensed Retail Electric Providers offering 18 plans. All plans use the same your local utility delivery infrastructure, so the only difference is price and contract terms.

What is the average monthly electric bill in Bridgeport?

A typical Bridgeport household using 1,000 kWh pays around $149/month at the average rate of 14.85¢/kWh. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports Texas homes average 1,140 kWh/month due to summer air conditioning demand. On the cheapest available plan at 13.65¢, supply costs drop to $137/month. Summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest monthly swings.

Who delivers electricity in Bridgeport?

Electricity in Bridgeport is delivered by your local utility, the regulated utility for this area. your local utility owns the poles, wires, transformers, and meters. Under PURA regulations, your local utility must deliver power equally to all customers regardless of which electric supplier they purchase supply from. Your supplier choice changes only your rate and billing.

How do I switch electricity providers in Bridgeport?

Compare plans from 7 PURA-certified providers, choose a electric supplier, and enroll online or by phone. The new supplier coordinates the transition with your local utility automatically. The switch typically completes within 1–2 billing cycles with no service interruption — no technician visit or equipment changes required. Your power stays on throughout the entire process.

Are there renewable energy plans in Bridgeport?

Many Bridgeport electricity providers offer plans with renewable energy content sourced from Texas wind and solar farms connected to the ERCOT grid. Plans with higher renewable percentages use Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to offset your consumption. Same your local utility delivery, same reliability. Pricing is often comparable to conventional plans, and no home modifications are required.

How much are electricity delivery charges in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, your local utility delivery charges are regulated by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) and apply uniformly to all customers. These fees cover the physical grid — poles, wires, transformers, meters, and outage crews. Plan rates advertised on comparison sites generally include delivery charges already. The Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for every plan shows the exact split between supply costs and your local utility’s delivery fees.

Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Bridgeport?

A fixed-rate plan in Bridgeport locks your per-kWh supply rate for the contract term, shielding you from ERCOT wholesale price swings. Variable plans may start lower but can increase monthly without notice. With Bridgeport fixed rates starting at 13.65¢/kWh, locking in before summer — when Texas wholesale prices historically spike — gives most households more predictable bills and lower overall costs.