Friendswood Electricity Rates
The Friendswood electricity market currently offers 201 plans from 38 certified providers. At 1,000 kWh, Friendswood rates average 13.45¢/kWh — a spread of 14.6¢ separates the cheapest from the priciest option. Switching to the cheapest plan saves 54% ($73/month) versus the average rate.
Cheapest Friendswood Electricity Plans This Month
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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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
Simple Saver 3 - 6.20¢
3 months
Cheapest
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6.2¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.3¢
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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7.3¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.40¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.4¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 24 - 7.90¢
24 months
Fixed Rate
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7.9¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.3¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 9.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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9.7¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 9.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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9.7¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.8¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.8¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.8¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SmartEnergy
SmartGreen 3 - 10.60¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.6¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.7¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 10.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.8¢
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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10.9¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.90¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.9¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Simple Switch 4 - 11.60¢
4 months
Fixed Rate
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11.6¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 3 - 11.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.7¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 3 - 11.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.8¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
Bright Nights 10 - 11.80¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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11.8¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Friendswood electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Friendswood Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Friendswood are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Friendswood. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
Friendswood Electric Bills
At Friendswood’s average rate of 13.5¢/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 Friendswood home’s bill ranges from about $109 in Mar to $230 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.
Friendswood Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Friendswood Grid Status
As of , there are 20 customers without power in Friendswood’s Galveston County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 566,073 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 30,122 Texas customers are without power across 109 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in Friendswood 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 Friendswood right now?
Yes. As of , there are 20 customers without power in Friendswood (Galveston County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 566,073 tracked customers.
Friendswood Electric Bills by Monthly Usage
The average Friendswood home uses 1,100–1,400 kWh per month, driven by the Gulf Coast humidity that keeps AC systems running from April through October. Homes rebuilt after Hurricane Harvey tend toward the lower end thanks to modern insulation, sealed ductwork, and high-efficiency HVAC systems, while established homes on tree-lined streets in older sections of town can pull higher. Many Friendswood residents are NASA and aerospace professionals who track their usage closely — pick the tier below that matches your household.
- Ranchero Power
- 10.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 9.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
Top-Rated Electricity Providers in Friendswood
We’ve compared rates and plans from 38 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving Friendswood’s CenterPoint Energy territory across both Galveston County and Harris County. Every provider listed below is licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and offers plans you can sign up for today. Your REP handles billing and customer service; CenterPoint delivers the power regardless of which provider you choose, so switching never affects reliability.
Commercial & Business Electricity in Friendswood
Friendswood’s economy runs on a mix of NASA and aerospace contractor offices along the Bay Area Boulevard corridor, professional services catering to the Johnson Space Center workforce, Friendswood Town Center retail, and small businesses along FM 518. Whether you operate a defense subcontractor’s engineering lab, a medical practice serving Bay Area families, or a restaurant near Clear Creek, deregulation means you can shop dozens of providers for the best commercial rate. Friendswood businesses switching from default utility rates typically save 15–30% on electricity costs.
Unlike Friendswood residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on your business’s usage profile, demand patterns, and contract terms. That means a 3-minute quote request can unlock Friendswood business rates you’d never see on a residential comparison page.
How to Switch Electric Companies in Friendswood
Whether you’re moving to Friendswood or switching from an existing provider, the process is the same and takes about five minutes. Your new retail provider handles the coordination with CenterPoint Energy — you don’t need to call anyone else, and there’s zero interruption to your power.
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Confirm Your Address & Check Your Contract
Enter your ZIP code to verify your address is in CenterPoint’s deregulated territory. All of Friendswood qualifies, whether you’re on the Galveston County or Harris County side. Nearby Bay Area communities like League City, Clear Lake, Pearland, and Webster also share CenterPoint’s service territory. If you’re switching from an existing plan, check your contract end date and early-termination fee — most ETFs are $50–$200, and you can switch penalty-free within 14 days of your contract end.
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Compare Plans
Shop rates from Friendswood’s 38 providers. Compare at your actual usage level: apartments around 500 kWh, average homes 1,000–1,400 kWh, larger homes 2,000+ kWh. Friendswood’s post-Harvey rebuilt homes tend to be more efficient, so check your Smart Meter Texas data for real usage history. If you’re on an old plan or rolled onto a variable rate, switching could save $30–$65 per month.
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Sign Up
Enroll online or by phone. You’ll need your service address, preferred start date, and a government ID. Your new provider files a switch request with ERCOT and CenterPoint, and service transfers on your next meter-read date — typically 1–3 business days. No one visits your home and the lights stay on the entire time.
Moving to Friendswood?
Schedule your electricity at least 5 business days before your move-in date to ensure power is on when you arrive. Before you close on a Friendswood home, check the FEMA flood zone maps — Hurricane Harvey in 2017 caused catastrophic flooding along Clear Creek and throughout much of the city. Many rebuilt homes now have elevated electrical panels and generator transfer switches already installed. If your new home doesn’t have a generator hookup, consider adding one given the area’s storm history.
Friendswood Solar
Friendswood gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.5¢/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 $16,500 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Friendswood Electricity FAQ
Got questions about Friendswood’s electricity market? Our Friendswood-focused FAQs cover rates, plans, providers, hurricane preparedness, and everything you need to know about powering your Bay Area home.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Friendswood right now?
The current floor in Friendswood is 6.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (Simple Saver 3 - 6.20¢). Most plans cluster between 6.2¢ and 13.45¢/kWh across 201 total options from 38 PUCT-certified providers. Switching from the market average to the cheapest plan saves roughly $73/month at 1,000 kWh. Every plan uses the same CenterPoint Energy delivery grid. We pull fresh rates throughout the day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Friendswood?
Roughly $135/month for a Friendswood home using 1,000 kWh at the average 13.45¢/kWh rate. According to EIA data, Texas homes use about 1,140 kWh/month on average. The cheapest plan at 6.2¢ cuts supply costs to $62/month. CenterPoint Energy’s regulated delivery charges are separate and apply to all plans equally.
Who delivers electricity in Friendswood?
CenterPoint Energy delivers all electricity in Friendswood. As the regulated TDU for this area, CenterPoint Energy owns and maintains every pole, wire, transformer, and meter. Regardless of which REP (Retail Electric Provider) you choose for supply, CenterPoint Energy delivers your power and handles all outage response. Your supplier only affects your rate and billing.
How do I switch electricity providers in Friendswood?
Compare rates from 38 providers, sign up with your preferred REP (Retail Electric Provider), and that’s it. CenterPoint Energy completes the switch in 1–2 business days with no service interruption. Under PUCT regulations, switching is designed to be seamless — no technician visit, no equipment changes, no downtime. Same CenterPoint Energy lines and meter, just a new supplier and rate.
Are there renewable energy plans in Friendswood?
Several providers serving Friendswood include renewable energy in their plans through Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) sourced from ERCOT-connected wind and solar facilities across Texas. No home equipment changes are needed — CenterPoint Energy delivers the power identically. Compare plan details on each provider’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL) to see the exact renewable energy percentage included.
How much are electricity delivery charges in Friendswood?
CenterPoint Energy delivery charges in Friendswood are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and apply equally to all customers regardless of which REP (Retail Electric Provider) they choose. These charges cover poles, wires, meters, and grid maintenance. Most plan rates displayed on comparison sites already include CenterPoint Energy’s delivery fees. Check the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for each plan to see the exact breakdown of supply versus delivery costs.
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Friendswood?
Fixed-rate plans guarantee your supply rate for a set period, typically 3 to 36 months. Variable-rate plans adjust monthly based on ERCOT wholesale market conditions. In Friendswood, fixed plans start at 6.2¢/kWh today. For most households, a fixed rate offers better budget predictability and protection against summer price spikes when grid demand peaks and wholesale costs can surge.
How should Friendswood residents prepare for hurricane season electricity disruptions?
Hurricane Harvey in August 2017 was a defining event for Friendswood — the city experienced catastrophic flooding from Clear Creek that damaged thousands of homes and knocked out power infrastructure across entire neighborhoods. While CenterPoint Energy has since invested heavily in grid hardening, tree trimming, and faster restoration protocols, Friendswood residents should take proactive steps each hurricane season (June–November). Consider a whole-home or portable generator, especially if your home is in a FEMA-designated flood zone near Clear Creek. Keep your REP’s contact information accessible, charge devices and portable batteries before any approaching storm, and know that CenterPoint — not your REP — handles power restoration. Many post-Harvey rebuilt homes already include generator transfer switches and elevated electrical panels as standard.
How do I switch electricity providers in Friendswood?
Choose your new plan and sign up online or by phone — the entire process takes about five minutes. Your new REP files a switch request with ERCOT and CenterPoint Energy, and the changeover happens on your next meter-read date, typically within 1–3 business days. There is no service interruption: no one visits your home, no one touches your meter, and the lights stay on the entire time. The process is identical whether you’re on the Galveston County or Harris County side of Friendswood, and your Bay Area neighbors in League City, Clear Lake, Pearland, and Webster follow the exact same procedure. If you’re leaving a current contract early, factor in any early-termination fee — but remember you can switch penalty-free within the final 14 days of your contract.
