Pasadena Electricity Rates
Today’s cheapest Pasadena electricity rate is 6.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Across 190 plans from 39 providers, rates average 12.76¢/kWh and top out at 19.4¢. 67 of 190 plans are priced between 12-14¢/kWh.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Pasadena
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 - 6.50¢
12 months
Cheapest
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6.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 6.50¢
12 months
Low Rate
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6.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 6.60¢
12 months
Low 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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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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6.90¢
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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6.90¢
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 - 10.80¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 10.80¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 10.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
SoFed Better Rate - 11 - 11.10¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Smart & Fixed - 11 - 11.20¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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11.20¢
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 Pasadena electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Pasadena Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Pasadena are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Pasadena. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
Pasadena Electric Bills
At Pasadena’s average rate of 12.8¢/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 Pasadena home’s bill ranges from about $103 in Mar to $218 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.
Pasadena Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Pasadena Grid Status
As of , there are 387 customers without power in Pasadena’s Harris County, Texas. This represents 0.02% of 2,241,287 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 64,168 Texas customers are without power across 864 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in Pasadena 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 Pasadena right now?
Yes. As of , there are 387 customers without power in Pasadena (Harris County, Texas), representing 0.02% of 2,241,287 tracked customers.
Best Pasadena Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Pasadena’s Gulf Coast humidity drives near year-round AC demand. The average household uses 1,100–1,300 kWh/month, with summer peaks pushing higher. Older homes are especially susceptible to high bills.
- Companion Energy
- 11.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
- Chariot Energy
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Companion Energy
- 10.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 10-month fixed rate
Gulf Coast Humidity Advisory
Pasadena’s Ship Channel proximity means higher humidity than inland Houston. AC runs hard 8–10 months per year. A home using 1,000 kWh in mild weather can exceed 1,600–2,000 kWh in July. Compare plans at both 1,000 and 2,000 kWh.
Pasadena Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 39 retail providers serving Pasadena’s CenterPoint territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Harris County residents today.
Pasadena Business Electricity Rates
Pasadena’s economy is dominated by the petrochemical industry along the Houston Ship Channel — refineries, chemical plants, and the support services that keep them running. Commercial electricity demand is massive and providers understand industrial loads.
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.
Pasadena Solar
Pasadena gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 12.8¢/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 $20,425 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Pasadena Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Pasadena, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in Pasadena?
Pasadena 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 Pasadena right now?
The cheapest Pasadena electricity rate is 6.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Chariot Energy (GridPlus 12 - 6.50¢). The average across all 190 available plans is 12.76¢/kWh. Rates are updated multiple times daily.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Pasadena?
At the current average rate of 12.76¢/kWh, a Pasadena home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $128/month for electricity supply. Actual bills depend on usage, which varies seasonally.
Who delivers electricity in Pasadena?
CenterPoint Energy is the electric delivery company for Pasadena. 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 Pasadena?
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 Pasadena business electricity rates work?
Commercial rates in Pasadena 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 Pasadena?
CenterPoint Energy. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.