Lancaster Electricity Rates
Lancaster electricity rates range from 7.1¢/kWh to 20.2¢, with an average of 13.98¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. We track 184 plans across 38 providers in the Oncor Electric Delivery territory. Plan mix: 37 fixed-rate (1–36 month), 1 variable.
Best-Value Electricity Plans in Lancaster
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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Budget Power
Prime 12 - 7.10¢
12 months
Cheapest
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7.1¢
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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 7.20¢
12 months
Low Rate
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7.2¢
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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7.9¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.9¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.9¢
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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8.2¢
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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8.2¢
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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8.4¢
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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9.8¢
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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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 11.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.1¢
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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11.1¢
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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11.1¢
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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12.1¢
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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12.1¢
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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12.1¢
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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12.3¢
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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12.3¢
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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12.4¢
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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12.4¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Lancaster electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Lancaster Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Lancaster 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 Lancaster. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.
Lancaster Electric Bills
At Lancaster’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 Lancaster 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.
Lancaster Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Lancaster Grid Status
As of , there are 401 customers without power in Lancaster’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, 128,996 Texas customers are without power across 1229 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
Oncor Electric Delivery customers in Lancaster 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 Lancaster right now?
Yes. As of , there are 401 customers without power in Lancaster (Dallas County, Texas), representing 0.04% of 1,108,850 tracked customers.
Lancaster Electricity Costs at Every Usage Tier
The average Lancaster home uses about 1,000–1,200 kWh per month, in line with the Texas state average. Many of Lancaster’s established single-family homes were built in the 1970s through 1990s, which means insulation and HVAC efficiency vary — making the right electricity plan even more important for keeping monthly costs predictable. Below are the best Lancaster plans at four common usage levels, updated daily.
- 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
North Texas Summer Heat
Lancaster sits on the open Blackland Prairie with little tree canopy to buffer North Texas’s intense summer sun. Temperatures regularly exceed 100°F from June through August, and homes without updated insulation can see cooling costs surge. Expect your summer usage to be 2–3x your spring usage — a home pulling 900 kWh in April might top 2,000 kWh in July. For budget-conscious Lancaster families, comparing plans at BOTH 1,000 kWh and 2,000 kWh is essential to avoid bill shock when the prairie heat arrives.
Who Provides Electricity in Lancaster?
We’ve compared rates and plans from 38 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving Lancaster’s Oncor Electric Delivery territory in Dallas 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; Oncor delivers the power regardless of which provider you choose, so switching never affects reliability.
Small Business Electricity in Lancaster
Lancaster’s strategic position at the I-35E and I-20 interchange has made it a growing hub for logistics, warehousing, and light industrial operations. Aviation services based at Lancaster Regional Airport, retail businesses along the Pleasant Run Road commercial corridor, and small professional offices throughout the city all benefit from Texas’s deregulated market — you can shop dozens of providers for competitive commercial rates rather than accepting a single utility’s default pricing.
Unlike Lancaster residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on your business’s usage volume, demand patterns, and contract terms. Whether you operate a distribution center near I-35E, a flight school at the regional airport, or a restaurant on Pleasant Run, a quick quote request can unlock Lancaster business rates you’d never see on a residential comparison page. Lancaster businesses that actively shop providers typically save 15–30% on their electricity costs.
Switching Power Companies in Lancaster, Texas
Whether you’re moving to Lancaster or switching from an existing provider, the process is the same and takes about five minutes. Your new retail provider handles the coordination with Oncor Electric Delivery — 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 Oncor’s deregulated territory. Lancaster and surrounding southern Dallas County communities (DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Red Oak, Duncanville) all qualify. 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 Lancaster’s 38 providers. Compare at your actual usage level: apartments around 500 kWh, average homes 1,000–1,200 kWh, larger homes 1,500–2,000 kWh. Lancaster’s affordable housing means your electricity bill is a meaningful share of total housing costs — switching from an old or default rate could save $30–$60 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 Oncor, 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. Lancaster’s location at I-35E and I-20 means you’re well within Oncor’s core service area.
Moving to Lancaster?
Lancaster is one of the most affordable entry points to the DFW Metroplex, and budgeting for electricity is an important part of your total cost of living. Schedule your electricity at least 5 business days before your move-in date to ensure power is on when you arrive. Factor in summer cooling costs when evaluating your monthly budget — North Texas heat can push electricity bills significantly higher from June through September.
Lancaster Solar
Lancaster 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 →
Lancaster Electricity: Your Questions Answered
Got questions about Lancaster’s electricity market? Our Lancaster-focused FAQs cover rates, plans, providers, and everything you need to know about powering your home in this Blackland Prairie community.
How does electricity deregulation work in Lancaster?
Deregulation means Lancaster residents aren’t stuck with one electricity supplier. Oncor Electric Delivery still delivers the power, but the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) certifies multiple suppliers who compete on price and plan terms. You choose the REP (Retail Electric Provider) that fits your budget.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Lancaster right now?
As of today, the lowest Lancaster rate is 7.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Budget Power (Prime 12 - 7.10¢). Across 38 providers offering 184 plans, rates average 13.98¢/kWh. We update prices multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Lancaster?
Based on today’s average rate of 13.98¢/kWh, expect about $140/month for 1,000 kWh of usage. Choosing the cheapest plan at 7.1¢ could bring that down to $71/month.
Who delivers electricity in Lancaster?
Electricity in Lancaster is delivered by Oncor Electric Delivery, who maintains the local grid infrastructure. Your supplier choice doesn’t change who delivers the power — only who supplies it and at what rate.
How do I switch electricity providers in Lancaster?
Choose a certified REP (Retail Electric Provider) and enroll. Oncor Electric Delivery processes the switch within 1–2 business days. Your electricity stays on throughout — the only change is who supplies your power and what rate you pay.
What happens when my contract expires?
Your supplier is required to notify you before your contract ends. If you don’t act, you’ll typically default to a variable rate. Compare and switch proactively to avoid paying more than necessary.
How do Lancaster business electricity rates work?
Business rates in Lancaster factor in your demand profile and usage volume. A custom quote is the only way to see real pricing for your specific business. We can help you compare options from certified suppliers.
Who handles power outages in Lancaster?
Oncor Electric Delivery. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.
Should I choose a fixed-rate or variable-rate plan in Lancaster?
For most Lancaster households, a fixed-rate plan provides the best combination of price stability and budget predictability. North Texas summers bring sustained triple-digit heat, which means your highest electricity consumption coincides exactly with the months when wholesale energy prices spike on the ERCOT grid. A variable-rate plan exposes you to those spikes, potentially turning a $120 spring bill into a $250+ summer bill on the same home. Fixed-rate contracts lock your per-kWh energy charge for the full term — typically 12 to 36 months — so you know exactly what you’ll pay regardless of wholesale market conditions. The trade-off is an early-termination fee (usually $150–$200) if you cancel before the term ends. Variable plans only make sense if you’re staying in Lancaster short-term or you actively monitor ERCOT wholesale pricing and are comfortable with the risk.
How do I switch electricity providers in Lancaster?
Switching providers in Lancaster takes about five minutes and requires zero coordination with Oncor on your part. Simply choose a new plan from the comparison above, sign up online or by phone with the new retail provider, and they file a switch request with ERCOT and Oncor Electric Delivery. The changeover happens on your next meter-read cycle, typically within 1–3 business days. There is no service interruption — nobody visits your home, nobody touches your meter, and the lights stay on continuously throughout the transition. Lancaster’s position at the I-35E and I-20 interchange places it squarely within Oncor’s core southern Dallas County service territory, so switches process smoothly. If you’re leaving an existing contract early, check for any early-termination fee before confirming.
Compare Rates in Nearby Texas Cities
Lancaster is in southern Dallas County, served by Oncor. Compare electricity rates in nearby cities: