Melissa Electricity Rates
Melissa electricity rates range from 7.1¢/kWh to 20¢, with an average of 13.71¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. We track 183 plans across 39 providers in the Oncor Electric Delivery territory. Plan mix: 38 fixed-rate (1–36 month), 1 variable.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Melissa
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 - 7.10¢
12 months
Cheapest
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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 7.10¢
12 months
Low Rate
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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Low Rate
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7.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 7.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.50¢
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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7.50¢
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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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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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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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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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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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 11.50¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 11.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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11.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion + Perks 10 - 11.60¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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11.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
SoFed Better Rate - 5 - 11.90¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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11.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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VARSITY ENERGY LLC
HOMERUN 12 - 12.00¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Smart & Fixed - 5 - 12.00¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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12.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Abundance Energy
Confident Renter 12 - 12.40¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Melissa electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Melissa Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Melissa 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 Melissa. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.
Melissa Electric Bills
At Melissa’s average rate of 13.7¢/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 Melissa home’s bill ranges from about $111 in Mar to $235 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.
Melissa Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Melissa Grid Status
As of , there are 110 customers without power in Melissa’s Collin County, Texas. This represents 0.02% of 468,430 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the Oncor Electric Delivery service territory. Statewide, 174,560 Texas customers are without power across 656 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
Oncor Electric Delivery customers in Melissa 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 Melissa right now?
Yes. As of , there are 110 customers without power in Melissa (Collin County, Texas), representing 0.02% of 468,430 tracked customers.
Best Melissa Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Melissa’s housing is almost entirely new construction — 2,000–3,500 sq ft homes are typical. The average household uses 1,100–1,400 kWh/month, with summer peaks exceeding 2,000 kWh. Plans priced well at 2,000 kWh will save the most.
- Budget Power
- 11.9¢/kWh at this usage
- 11-month fixed rate
- Chariot Energy
- 7.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 7.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Budget Power
- 11.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 11-month fixed rate
North Texas Summer Heat
Melissa shares North Texas’s brutal summers — highs above 100°F are common June through August. Compare plans at both 1,000 and 2,000 kWh.
Melissa Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 39 retail providers serving Melissa’s Oncor territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Collin County residents today.
Melissa Business Electricity Rates
Melissa’s rapid residential growth is bringing retail, dining, and professional services to the US-75 corridor. The town center and new commercial parcels are filling fast. 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.
Melissa Solar
Melissa gets about 4.9 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.7¢/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 $20,850 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Melissa Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Melissa, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in Melissa?
Deregulation means Melissa 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 Melissa right now?
As of today, the lowest Melissa rate is 7.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Chariot Energy (GridPlus 12 - 7.10¢). Across 39 providers offering 183 plans, rates average 13.71¢/kWh. We update prices multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Melissa?
Based on today’s average rate of 13.71¢/kWh, expect about $137/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 Melissa?
Electricity in Melissa 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 Melissa?
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 Melissa business electricity rates work?
Business rates in Melissa 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 Melissa?
Oncor Electric Delivery. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.