La Marque Electricity Rates
As of today, 5 providers are competing for La Marque electricity customers. Providers in the CenterPoint Energy territory offer rates from 9.6¢ to 22.1¢/kWh. The market average at 1,000 kWh is 16.91¢/kWh. All 5 providers listed are state-certified under the deregulated electricity market.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in La Marque
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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9.60¢
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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 11.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 12.10¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 14.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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14.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 5 cheapest La Marque electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
La Marque Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in La Marque are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including La Marque. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
La Marque Electric Bills
At La Marque’s average rate of 16.9¢/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 La Marque home’s bill ranges from about $137 in Mar to $289 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.
La Marque Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
La Marque Grid Status
As of , there are 21 customers without power in La Marque’s Galveston County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 727,315 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 47,525 Texas customers are without power across 865 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in La Marque 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 La Marque right now?
Yes. As of , there are 21 customers without power in La Marque (Galveston County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 727,315 tracked customers.
Best La Marque Electricity Plans by Usage Level
La Marque’s Gulf Coast location means high humidity drives AC usage even when temperatures aren’t extreme. The average household uses 1,100–1,400 kWh/month, with summer peaks exceeding 2,000 kWh. The extended cooling season makes fixed-rate plans especially valuable.
- Payless Power
- 12.9¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Frontier Utilities
- 9.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 11.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 11.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
La Marque Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 5 retail providers serving La Marque’s TNMP territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Galveston County residents today.
La Marque Business Electricity Rates
La Marque’s economy benefits from the Texas City industrial corridor, I-45 traffic between Houston and Galveston, Tanger Outlets, and a growing residential base. Commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on demand.
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.
La Marque Solar
La Marque gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 16.9¢/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 $25,675 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
La Marque Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in La Marque, Texas.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in La Marque right now?
The current floor in La Marque is 9.6¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). Most plans cluster between 9.6¢ and 16.91¢/kWh across 37 total options from 5 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 La Marque?
A typical La Marque household using 1,000 kWh pays around $169/month at the average rate of 16.91¢/kWh. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports Texas homes average 1,140 kWh/month due to summer air conditioning demand. On the cheapest available plan at 9.6¢, supply costs drop to $96/month. Summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest monthly swings.
Who delivers electricity in La Marque?
All La Marque electricity flows through CenterPoint Energy’s distribution network. As the PUCT-regulated TDU for this area, CenterPoint Energy handles power lines, meters, outage repair, and storm response. When you switch providers, CenterPoint Energy continues delivering your power exactly the same way. Only your supply rate and billing change.
How do I switch electricity providers in La Marque?
Compare plans from 5 PUCT-certified providers, choose a REP (Retail Electric Provider), and enroll online or by phone. The new supplier coordinates the transition with CenterPoint Energy automatically. The switch typically completes within 1–2 business days with no service interruption — no technician visit or equipment changes required. Your power stays on throughout the entire process.
Are there renewable energy plans in La Marque?
Yes — several La Marque providers offer plans with partial or full renewable energy content through Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). These RECs match your usage with wind and solar generation on the ERCOT grid. No equipment changes are needed. CenterPoint Energy delivers the power identically regardless of whether your plan includes renewable content. Check each plan’s EFL for the exact renewable percentage.
How much are electricity delivery charges in La Marque?
CenterPoint Energy’s delivery charges are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and identical for all La Marque customers, regardless of supplier. These fees cover transmission, distribution infrastructure, and grid maintenance. When comparing La Marque electricity plans, the rates shown at 1,000 kWh typically include delivery fees. Review each plan’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for the full breakdown of supply versus delivery costs.
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in La Marque?
Fixed-rate plans lock your supply rate for a set term (typically 3–36 months), protecting you from seasonal price spikes on the ERCOT grid. Variable-rate plans can change monthly based on wholesale electricity costs. In La Marque, fixed plans currently start at 9.6¢/kWh. Most energy advisors recommend fixed rates for budget predictability, especially heading into summer when Texas wholesale prices historically spike.