DeSoto Electricity Rates
There are 184 electricity plans available in DeSoto right now, starting at 7.1¢/kWh. The average rate across all 38 providers is 13.98¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — switching to the cheapest plan saves 49% ($69/month) versus the average rate.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in DeSoto
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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Budget Power
Prime 12 - 7.10¢
12 months
Cheapest
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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 7.20¢
12 months
Low Rate
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7.20¢
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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7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.93¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 8.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 8.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Bill Credit Bundle 13 - 8.40¢
13 months
Fixed Rate
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8.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octopus Lite 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 10.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 11.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 11.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 11.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 12.10¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 12.10¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 12.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 6 - 12.30¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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12.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
TrueClassic 6 - 12.30¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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12.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Simple Switch 6 - 12.40¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion + Perks 12 - 12.40¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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- ✓ The cheapest DeSoto electricity rate is 7.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — 38 providers compete in the Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
- ✓ Fixed-rate plans range from 1 to 36 months, with rates between 7.1¢ and 20.2¢/kWh.
- ✓ The average DeSoto household using 1,000 kWh/month pays roughly $140/month at today’s average rate of 13.98¢/kWh.
DeSoto Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in DeSoto are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
Oncor Electric Delivery serves about 3,936,107 customers across North & Central Texas, including DeSoto. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.
DeSoto Electric Bills
At DeSoto’s average rate of 14.0¢/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 DeSoto home’s bill ranges from about $113 in Mar to $239 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.
DeSoto Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
DeSoto Grid Status
As of , there are 409 customers without power in DeSoto’s Dallas County, Texas. This represents 0.04% of 1,108,850 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the Oncor Electric Delivery service territory. Statewide, 127,462 Texas customers are without power across 1238 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
Oncor Electric Delivery customers in DeSoto experience an average of 0.9 outages per year, with each outage lasting approximately 107 minutes. The total annual interruption time averages 1.6 hours per customer.
Is there a power outage in DeSoto right now?
Yes. As of , there are 409 customers without power in DeSoto (Dallas County, Texas), representing 0.04% of 1,108,850 tracked customers.
Best DeSoto Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Texas summers mean higher electricity usage — the average DeSoto household uses 1,000–1,200 kWh/month, with summer peaks well above that. Compare plans at your actual usage level to avoid bill shock.
- True Power
- 12.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Budget Power
- 7.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Budget Power
- 7.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
- 11.7¢/kWh at this usage
- Variable rate
DeSoto Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 38 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving DeSoto’s Oncor Electric Delivery territory. Every provider listed is licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and offers plans you can sign up for today.
DeSoto Business Electricity Rates
Unlike residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, DeSoto commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on your business’s usage profile, demand patterns, and contract terms. Businesses in Oncor Electric Delivery territory typically save 15–30% by comparing providers.
DeSoto Solar
DeSoto gets about 5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 14.0¢/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 $22,250 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
DeSoto Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in DeSoto, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in DeSoto?
DeSoto is in a deregulated electricity market. Oncor Electric Delivery is the TDU that delivers power through the local grid, but you choose which REP (Retail Electric Provider) provides your electricity supply. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) oversees the market to ensure fair competition.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in DeSoto right now?
The cheapest DeSoto electricity rate is 7.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Budget Power (Prime 12 - 7.10¢). The average across all 184 available plans is 13.98¢/kWh. Rates are updated multiple times daily.
What is the average monthly electric bill in DeSoto?
At the current average rate of 13.98¢/kWh, a DeSoto home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $140/month for electricity supply. Actual bills depend on usage, which varies seasonally.
Who delivers electricity in DeSoto?
Oncor Electric Delivery is the electric delivery company for DeSoto. They own and maintain the poles, wires, and meters. Regardless of which supplier you choose, Oncor Electric Delivery delivers your power.
How do I switch electricity providers in DeSoto?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider), enroll online or by phone, and they handle the Oncor Electric Delivery transition. The switch takes 1–2 business days with no service interruption — no one visits your home and your power stays on the entire time.
What happens when my contract expires?
When your contract ends, you may roll onto a variable rate from your current supplier or revert to Oncor Electric Delivery’s default supply rate. It’s best to reshop before expiration to lock in a new competitive rate.
How do DeSoto business electricity rates work?
Commercial rates in DeSoto are custom-quoted based on your peak demand, load profile, and contract length. Unlike residential plans, business pricing includes demand charges. Compare certified suppliers for the best commercial rate.
Who handles power outages in DeSoto?
Oncor Electric Delivery. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.