Dickinson Electricity Rates
The average Dickinson electricity rate today is 12.56¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. Compare 189 plans from 39 providers serving Dickinson and the CenterPoint Energy territory. Prices range from 6.4¢ to 19.4¢/kWh. 65 of 189 plans are priced between 12-14¢/kWh.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Dickinson
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 - 6.40¢
12 months
Cheapest
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6.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 6.40¢
12 months
Low Rate
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6.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Low Rate
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6.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 6.60¢
12 months
Fixed 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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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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6.60¢
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 - 10.70¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 10.70¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 10.70¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
SoFed Better Rate - 5 - 10.90¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Smart & Fixed - 5 - 11.00¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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11.00¢
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 Dickinson electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Dickinson Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Dickinson are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Dickinson. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
Dickinson Electric Bills
At Dickinson’s average rate of 12.6¢/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 Dickinson home’s bill ranges from about $102 in Mar to $215 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.
Dickinson Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Dickinson Grid Status
As of , there is 1 customer without power in Dickinson’s Galveston County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 187,261 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 174,560 Texas customers are without power across 656 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in Dickinson 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 Dickinson right now?
Yes. As of , there are 1 customers without power in Dickinson (Galveston County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 187,261 tracked customers.
Best Dickinson Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Dickinson’s Galveston County location means hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average household uses 1,000–1,200 kWh/month, with summer usage climbing significantly.
- Companion Energy
- 11.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
- Chariot Energy
- 6.4¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.4¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Companion Energy
- 10.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
Gulf Coast Summer Heat
Dickinson shares Dickinson’s Gulf Coast location means high humidity on top of 95°F+ summers. AC is essential nearly year-round. Compare plans at both 1,000 and 2,000 kWh.
Dickinson Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 39 retail providers serving Dickinson’s CenterPoint Energy territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Galveston County residents today.
Dickinson Business Electricity Rates
Dickinson’s I-45 location between Houston and Galveston makes it a natural fit for retail, logistics, and service businesses catering to commuters and Gulf Coast tourism.
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.
Dickinson Solar
Dickinson gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 12.6¢/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 $19,900 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Dickinson Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Dickinson, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in Dickinson?
Dickinson is in a deregulated electricity market. CenterPoint Energy 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 Dickinson right now?
The cheapest Dickinson electricity rate is 6.4¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Chariot Energy (GridPlus 12 - 6.40¢). The average across all 189 available plans is 12.56¢/kWh. Rates are updated multiple times daily.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Dickinson?
At the current average rate of 12.56¢/kWh, a Dickinson home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $126/month for electricity supply. Actual bills depend on usage, which varies seasonally.
Who delivers electricity in Dickinson?
CenterPoint Energy is the electric delivery company for Dickinson. They own and maintain the poles, wires, and meters. Regardless of which supplier you choose, CenterPoint Energy delivers your power.
How do I switch electricity providers in Dickinson?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider), enroll online or by phone, and they handle the CenterPoint Energy 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 CenterPoint Energy’s default supply rate. It’s best to reshop before expiration to lock in a new competitive rate.
How do Dickinson business electricity rates work?
Commercial rates in Dickinson 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 Dickinson?
CenterPoint Energy. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.