Abilene Electricity Rates
Abilene has one of the most competitive electricity markets in the AEP Texas territory, with 76 active plans. Across the AEP Texas territory, the average rate sits at 14.44¢/kWh. The gap between the lowest (7.4¢) and highest (21.38¢) plan is significant. All rates shown reflect current market pricing.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Abilene
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.
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Cheapest
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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
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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9.78¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 10.50¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 5 $50 First Bill Credit!! - 11.90¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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11.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 4
4 months
Fixed Rate
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12.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 18 - 12.40¢
18 months
Fixed Rate
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12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 12 - 13.00¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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13.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
Stars and Stripes 12 - 13.00¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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13.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 13.30¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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13.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Saver 12 - 13.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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13.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Cirro Energy
Smart Simple 12 - 13.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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13.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 13 cheapest Abilene electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Abilene Electric Bills
At Abilene’s average rate of 14.4¢/kWh, here’s what a typical home pays across the year — and where that electricity is generated on ERCOT — the Texas grid.
Estimated monthly bill across the year
A typical Abilene home’s bill ranges from about $117 in Mar to $247 in Aug — summer air conditioning is the single biggest driver. Locking in a low fixed rate before summer is the easiest way to blunt the Aug spike.
Abilene Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Abilene Grid Status
As of , there are 4 customers without power in Abilene’s Taylor County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 143,337 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the AEP Texas service territory. Statewide, 51,634 Texas customers are without power across 623 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
AEP Texas customers in Abilene experience an average of 1.3 outages per year, with each outage lasting approximately 102 minutes. The total annual interruption time averages 2.2 hours per customer.
Is there a power outage in Abilene right now?
Yes. As of , there are 4 customers without power in Abilene (Taylor County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 143,337 tracked customers.
Best Abilene Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Abilene’s West Texas climate brings hot, dry summers and cool winters. The average household uses 1,000–1,200 kWh/month. Summer peaks can push that higher, but the dry heat is more manageable than the Gulf Coast’s humidity.
- Payless Power
- 10.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Frontier Utilities
- 7.4¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Payless Power
- 10¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Payless Power
- 9.8¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
Abilene Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 13 retail providers serving Abilene’s AEP Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Taylor County residents today.
Abilene Business Electricity Rates
Abilene’s economy blends military (Dyess AFB), education (ACU, Hardin-Simmons, McMurry), healthcare, and oil and gas services. All commercial customers access deregulated rates through AEP Texas.
Commercial 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.
Abilene Solar
Abilene gets about 5.3 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 14.4¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.
Texas context: 152,730 homes in the state have already installed rooftop solar (1,149 MW of residential capacity).
Estimate assumes a 7 kW system at $2.75/watt and an 80% performance ratio. Over 25 years the system would net roughly $19,850 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Abilene Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Abilene, Texas.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Abilene right now?
7.4¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — that’s the best rate available in Abilene today, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). The average plan runs 14.44¢/kWh, so shopping the bottom of the market saves roughly $70/month. Abilene is served by 13 PUCT-licensed Retail Electric Providers offering 76 plans. All plans use the same AEP Texas delivery infrastructure, so the only difference is price and contract terms.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Abilene?
Roughly $144/month for a Abilene home using 1,000 kWh at the average 14.44¢/kWh rate. According to EIA data, Texas homes use about 1,140 kWh/month on average — 14% higher than the national figure. The cheapest plan at 7.4¢ cuts supply costs to $74/month. AEP Texas’s regulated delivery charges are separate and apply to all plans equally.
Who delivers electricity in Abilene?
All Abilene electricity flows through AEP Texas’s distribution network. As the PUCT-regulated TDU for this area, AEP Texas handles power lines, meters, outage repair, and storm response. When you switch providers, AEP Texas continues delivering your power exactly the same way. Only your supply rate and billing change.
How do I switch electricity providers in Abilene?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider) from the 13 providers serving Abilene, enroll online, and the new supplier handles everything with AEP Texas. The PUCT-regulated switch takes 1–2 business days with no service interruption. AEP Texas processes it without any physical work at your home. Same grid, same power — just a different rate and billing source.
Are there renewable energy plans in Abilene?
Abilene residents can choose plans with renewable energy content from multiple providers. These plans use RECs to match your electricity consumption with wind and solar generation on the Texas ERCOT grid. Your delivery through AEP Texas is identical whether you choose a plan with renewable content or a conventional plan. Check the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for each plan’s renewable breakdown.
How much are electricity delivery charges in Abilene?
Delivery charges from AEP Texas are set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and are identical whether you choose the cheapest or most expensive supplier. These regulated fees cover grid infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response in Abilene. Plan rates shown at 1,000 kWh on comparison sites typically include AEP Texas’s delivery charges. The Electricity Facts Label (EFL) breaks out the exact delivery component.
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Abilene?
In Abilene, fixed-rate plans start at 7.4¢/kWh and lock your supply rate for the contract term. Variable-rate plans fluctuate monthly based on ERCOT wholesale prices, which can spike during extreme heat or cold. Most consumers benefit from fixed rates for budget stability. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) requires all plan terms — including any early termination fees — to be disclosed in the Electricity Facts Label (EFL).