Pearland Electricity Rates

As of today, 9 providers are competing for Pearland electricity customers. Across the CenterPoint Energy territory, the average rate sits at 14.47¢/kWh. The gap between the lowest (7.2¢) and highest (20.6¢) plan is significant. Rates sourced from official marketplace data and refreshed multiple times daily.

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Cheapest Electricity Plans in Pearland

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.

Cheapest Pearland electricity plans compared by provider, rate, and term length
ProviderPlanRateAction
Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months Fixed Rate
7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months Fixed Rate
8.79¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.70¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 11.30¢
3 months Fixed Rate
11.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TriEagle Energy
Sure Value 36 - 12.90¢
36 months Fixed Rate
12.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 10
10 months Fixed Rate
13.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Branch Energy
Branch Fixed 12 - 13.20¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Fixed Prime - 48 - 14.30¢
48 months Fixed Rate
14.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 9 cheapest Pearland electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.

CenterPoint
Delivers Your Power
14.5¢
Avg Rate / kWh
5.2 hrs
Peak Sun / Day
12.5 yr
Solar Payback
Local Grid

Pearland Utilities

No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Pearland are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.

CenterPoint Energy
Transmission & Distribution Utility · Greater Houston
2.8M
Customers served statewide
1.8 hrs
Avg outage time / yr (SAIDI)
98 min
Avg restoration (CAIDI)

CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Pearland. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.

See the full CenterPoint profile

Bills & Grid Mix

Pearland Electric Bills

At Pearland’s average rate of 14.5¢/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

$137
Jan
$124
Feb
$117
Mar
$124
Apr
$154
May
$201
Jun
$243
Jul
$248
Aug
$214
Sep
$154
Oct
$124
Nov
$141
Dec

A typical Pearland home’s bill ranges from about $117 in Mar to $248 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.

Pearland Power Generation

43% Natural Gas
22% Wind
13% Solar
12% Coal
8% Nuclear
2% Hydro & Other
37%
Renewable & carbon-free generation (wind, solar & hydro)
872 lb
CO₂ per month for a typical Pearland home (≈1,140 kWh)

Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.

Live Grid Status

Pearland Grid Status

As of , there are 6 customers without power in Pearland’s Brazoria County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 737,538 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 63,481 Texas customers are without power across 620 of 254 counties.

6
Customers Out
737,538
Customers Tracked
<0.01%
Affected
5m ago
Last Updated

Transmission & Distribution

CenterPoint Energy
737,538 customers in Brazoria County
ERCOT Grid
Electric Reliability Council of Texas
Normal

CenterPoint Energy customers in Pearland 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.

88° Clear
98°Feels like 66%Humidity 8 mphWind
Pearland and Brazoria County have no severe weather warnings in effect. Current outages are most likely not weather-related.
Source: National Weather Service — KLVJ

Is there a power outage in Pearland right now?

Yes. As of , there are 6 customers without power in Pearland (Brazoria County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 737,538 tracked customers.

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Best Pearland Electricity Plans by Usage Level

Pearland’s family-sized homes in communities like Shadow Creek Ranch, Silverlake, and Lakes of Highland Glen tend to run larger than the average Houston-area home. Expect 1,100–1,400 kWh/month as a baseline, with significant summer spikes.

Pearland Apartments
500 kWh/month
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.70¢
$56.00/mo
estimated Pearland monthly bill
  • Payless Power
  • 11.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
Average Pearland Home
1,000 kWh/month
Frontier Saver Plus 12
$72.00/mo
estimated Pearland monthly bill
  • Frontier Utilities
  • 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 12-month fixed rate
Larger Pearland Homes
1,500 kWh/month
Frontier Saver Plus 12
$108.00/mo
estimated Pearland monthly bill
  • Frontier Utilities
  • 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 12-month fixed rate
Large Brazoria County Homes
2,000+ kWh/month
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.70¢
$210.00/mo
estimated Pearland monthly bill
  • Payless Power
  • 10.5¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
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Pearland Electricity Providers

We compare rates from 9 retail providers serving CenterPoint’s Pearland territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Brazoria County residents today.

Frontier Utilities
Texas HQ
Gexa Energy
NextEra Company
Atlantex Power
REP · Pearland
Payless Power
Prepaid Plans
Octopus Energy
UK-Based
TriEagle Energy
Eagle Ford
BKV Energy
REP · Pearland
Branch Energy
REP · Pearland
Ranchero Power
REP · Pearland
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Pearland Business Electricity Rates

Pearland’s commercial growth along SH-288 and Broadway has brought restaurants, medical offices, and retail that all benefit from competitive commercial electricity rates. The city’s proximity to the Texas Medical Center creates spillover demand for healthcare services.

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.

Rooftop Solar

Pearland Solar

Pearland gets about 5.2 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 14.5¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.

10,629 kWh
Annual production (7 kW system)
$1,538
Estimated yearly bill savings
$19,250
System cost (before local incentives)
12.5 yr
Estimated payback period

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 $19,200 after its net cost. Run your exact address →

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Pearland Electricity FAQ

Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Pearland, Texas.

What is the cheapest electricity rate in Pearland right now?

7.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — that’s the best rate available in Pearland today, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). The average plan runs 14.47¢/kWh, so shopping the bottom of the market saves roughly $73/month. Pearland is served by 9 PUCT-licensed Retail Electric Providers offering 63 plans. All plans use the same CenterPoint Energy delivery infrastructure, so the only difference is price and contract terms.

What is the average monthly electric bill in Pearland?

For standard usage of 1,000 kWh, Pearland homes pay about $145/month in supply charges at the 14.47¢/kWh average rate. The EIA reports Texas residential usage averages 1,140 kWh/month, with summer months pushing many homes to 1,500–2,000 kWh. CenterPoint Energy’s delivery fees add to the supply charge. The cheapest plan at 7.2¢ reduces supply costs to $72/month.

Who delivers electricity in Pearland?

CenterPoint Energy handles all electricity delivery in Pearland — the physical infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response. Under the deregulated model regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), your TDU (CenterPoint Energy) is separate from your supplier. Your choice of REP (Retail Electric Provider) only affects who bills you for the supply portion and at what rate.

How do I switch electricity providers in Pearland?

It takes about five minutes: compare plans, pick your provider, and enroll online. CenterPoint Energy processes the switch in 1–2 business days under PUCT regulations. No technician visit, no interruption, no equipment changes. Your REP (Retail Electric Provider) handles all coordination with CenterPoint Energy. Same power, same grid, same meter — just a new rate on your bill.

Are there renewable energy plans in Pearland?

Pearland residents can choose plans with renewable energy content from multiple providers. These plans use RECs to match your electricity consumption with wind and solar generation on the Texas ERCOT grid. Your delivery through CenterPoint Energy is identical whether you choose a plan with renewable content or a conventional plan. Check the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for each plan’s renewable breakdown.

How much are electricity delivery charges in Pearland?

Delivery charges from CenterPoint Energy are set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and are identical whether you choose the cheapest or most expensive supplier. These regulated fees cover grid infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response in Pearland. Plan rates shown at 1,000 kWh on comparison sites typically include CenterPoint Energy’s delivery charges. The Electricity Facts Label (EFL) breaks out the exact delivery component.

Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Pearland?

In Pearland, fixed-rate plans start at 7.2¢/kWh and lock your supply rate for the contract term. Variable-rate plans fluctuate monthly based on ERCOT wholesale prices, which can spike during extreme heat or cold. Most consumers benefit from fixed rates for budget stability. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) requires all plan terms — including any early termination fees — to be disclosed in the Electricity Facts Label (EFL).