Princeton Electricity Rates
Today’s cheapest Princeton electricity rate is 6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Compare 95 plans from 20 providers serving the Oncor Electric Delivery territory. Prices range from 6.7¢ to 19.9¢/kWh. Prices reflect today’s market and change as providers adjust.
Today's Cheapest Plans
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
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6.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
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6.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
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8.63¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 9.10¢
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9.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 10.70¢
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 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 - 10.90¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 10.90¢
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
Chariot Choice 24 - 12.10¢
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Abundance Energy
Confident Renter 12 - 12.10¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Spark Energy
Choose 12 - 12.20¢
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12.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 5 $50 First Bill Credit!! - 12.30¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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12.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 4
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12.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Saver 12 - 13.20¢
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13.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Cirro Energy
Smart Simple 10 - 13.30¢
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13.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Branch Energy
Branch Fixed 12 - 14.00¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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14.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Direct Energy
Autopay Texas 12 - 15.30¢
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15.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Reliant Energy
Reliant Power On 18 - 15.30¢
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15.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Green Mountain Energy
Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Choice - 15.80¢
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15.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Princeton Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Princeton 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 Princeton. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.
Princeton Electric Bills
At Princeton’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 Princeton home’s bill ranges from about $114 in Mar to $240 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.
Princeton Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Princeton Grid Status
As of , there are 2 customers without power in Princeton’s Collin County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 737,109 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the Oncor Electric Delivery service territory. Statewide, 5,165 Texas customers are without power across 52 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
Oncor Electric Delivery customers in Princeton 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 Princeton right now?
Yes. As of , there are 2 customers without power in Princeton (Collin County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 737,109 tracked customers.
Best Electricity Plans in Princeton by Usage Level
The average Princeton home uses about 1,000–1,300 kWh per month. Texas heat means choosing the right electricity plan is essential for keeping costs down. Below are the best Princeton plans at four common usage levels, updated daily.
- Octopus Energy
- 9.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Frontier Utilities
- 6.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Octopus Energy
- 9.1¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Octopus Energy
- 8.9¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
Princeton Electricity Providers
We’ve compared rates and plans from 20 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving Princeton’s Oncor territory. 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.
Princeton Business Electricity Rates
Princeton’s fast-growing Collin County economy — with distribution warehouses, new housing developments, and a growing retail sector — means competitive electricity rates matter. Whether you run a warehouse, a retail shop, or a service business, deregulation lets you shop dozens of providers for the best commercial rate.
Unlike residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, Princeton commercial electricity rates are custom-quoted based on your business’s usage profile, demand patterns, and contract terms. That means a 3-minute quote request can unlock business rates you’d never see on a residential comparison page.
How to Get or Switch Princeton Electricity
Whether you’re moving to Princeton 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 — 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. Princeton and surrounding Collin County communities 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 20 providers. Compare at your actual usage level: apartments around 500 kWh, average homes 1,000–1,300 kWh, larger homes 2,000+ kWh. If you’re on an old plan or rolled onto a variable rate, switching could save $30–$65 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.
Moving to Princeton?
Schedule your electricity at least 5 business days before your move-in date to ensure power is on when you arrive — especially important during the hot summer months. Many providers offer same-day or next-day activation for an additional fee if you’re in a time crunch.
Princeton Solar
Princeton gets about 4.9 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: 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 $15,900 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Frequently Asked Questions About Princeton Electricity
Got questions about Princeton’s electricity market? Our Princeton-focused FAQs cover rates, plans, providers, and everything you need to know.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Princeton right now?
The current floor in Princeton is 6.7¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). Most plans cluster between 6.7¢ and 14.04¢/kWh across 95 total options from 20 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 Oncor Electric Delivery delivery grid. We pull fresh rates throughout the day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Princeton?
A typical Princeton household using 1,000 kWh pays around $140/month at the average rate of 14.04¢/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 6.7¢, supply costs drop to $67/month. Summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest monthly swings.
Who delivers electricity in Princeton?
Oncor Electric Delivery handles all electricity delivery in Princeton — the physical infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response. Under the deregulated model regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), your TDU (Oncor Electric Delivery) 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 Princeton?
It takes about five minutes: compare plans, pick your provider, and enroll online. Oncor Electric Delivery 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 Oncor Electric Delivery. Same power, same grid, same meter — just a new rate on your bill.
Are there renewable energy plans in Princeton?
Yes — several Princeton 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. Oncor Electric Delivery 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 Princeton?
Oncor Electric Delivery’s delivery charges are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and identical for all Princeton customers, regardless of supplier. These fees cover transmission, distribution infrastructure, and grid maintenance. When comparing Princeton 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 Princeton?
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 Princeton, fixed plans currently start at 6.7¢/kWh. Most energy advisors recommend fixed rates for budget predictability, especially heading into summer when Texas wholesale prices historically spike.