Baytown Electricity Rates
There are 190 electricity plans available in Baytown right now, starting at 6.5¢/kWh. The average rate across all 39 providers is 12.76¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — switching to the cheapest plan saves 49% ($63/month) versus the average rate.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Baytown
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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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 6.50¢
12 months
Cheapest
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6.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 6.50¢
12 months
Low Rate
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6.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 6.60¢
12 months
Low Rate
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6.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 6.60¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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6.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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6.90¢
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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6.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.13¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Bill Credit Bundle 11 - 7.20¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Cirro Energy
Bill Bonus 25 - 7.20¢
25 months
Fixed Rate
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 8.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 8.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 8.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octopus Lite 12 - 8.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 9.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion + Perks 10 - 10.80¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 10.80¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 10.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
SoFed Better Rate - 11 - 11.10¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Smart & Fixed - 11 - 11.20¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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VARSITY ENERGY LLC
HOMERUN 12 - 11.30¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Baytown electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Baytown Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Baytown are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Baytown. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
Baytown Electric Bills
At Baytown’s average rate of 12.8¢/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 Baytown home’s bill ranges from about $103 in Mar to $218 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.
Baytown Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Baytown Grid Status
As of , there are 708 customers without power in Baytown’s Harris County, Texas. This represents 0.03% of 2,241,287 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 129,143 Texas customers are without power across 793 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in Baytown experience an average of 1.1 outages per year, with each outage lasting approximately 98 minutes. The total annual interruption time averages 1.8 hours per customer.
Is there a power outage in Baytown right now?
Yes. As of , there are 708 customers without power in Baytown (Harris County, Texas), representing 0.03% of 2,241,287 tracked customers.
Best Baytown Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Baytown’s housing stock ranges from established neighborhoods near downtown to newer communities along Garth Road and the Grand Parkway corridor. The average Baytown home uses 1,100–1,300 kWh/month, with the Gulf Coast humidity driving AC demand nearly year-round.
- Companion Energy
- 11.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
- Chariot Energy
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Companion Energy
- 10.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
Gulf Coast Humidity Advisory
Baytown’s proximity to Galveston Bay means higher humidity than inland Houston, keeping AC units running harder and longer. A home using 1,000 kWh in a mild month can exceed 1,600–2,000 kWh in July and August. Compare plans at both 1,000 and 2,000 kWh.
Baytown Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 39 retail electricity providers serving CenterPoint’s Baytown territory. Every provider listed offers plans to East Harris County residents today.
Baytown Business Electricity Rates
Baytown’s economy revolves around the ExxonMobil refinery complex, the Port of Houston’s eastern terminals, and a growing retail and service sector along I-10 and Garth Road. Commercial customers benefit from competitive deregulated rates.
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.
Baytown Solar
Baytown gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 12.8¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.
Texas context: 122,184 homes in the state have already installed rooftop solar (875 MW of residential capacity).
Estimate assumes a 7 kW system at $2.75/watt, an 80% performance ratio, and the 30% federal tax credit. Over 25 years the system would net roughly $20,425 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Baytown Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Baytown, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in Baytown?
In Baytown, electricity delivery and supply are separated. CenterPoint Energy 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 Baytown right now?
Right now, Baytown rates start at 6.5¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh usage, offered by Chariot Energy (GridPlus 12 - 6.50¢). With 190 plans on the market, the average is 12.76¢/kWh. That’s a 49% spread between the cheapest and the average.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Baytown?
A typical Baytown household using 1,000 kWh pays around $128/month at the average rate of 12.76¢/kWh. Your bill will vary with seasonal usage patterns — summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest swings.
Who delivers electricity in Baytown?
CenterPoint Energy handles all electricity delivery in Baytown — 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 Baytown?
Switching is straightforward: compare plans, choose a REP (Retail Electric Provider), and sign up. The new supplier coordinates with CenterPoint Energy 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 Baytown business electricity rates work?
Baytown 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 Baytown?
CenterPoint Energy. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.