Richardson Electricity Rates
The average Richardson electricity rate today is 13.96¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. Compare 186 plans from 38 providers serving Richardson and the Oncor Electric Delivery territory. Prices range from 7.1¢ to 20.2¢/kWh. 97 of 186 plans are priced between 12-14¢/kWh.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Richardson
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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7.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 7.20¢
12 months
Low Rate
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7.20¢
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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7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.90¢
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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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 8.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.20¢
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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8.20¢
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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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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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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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 12.10¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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12.10¢
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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12.10¢
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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12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
TrueClassic 11 - 12.20¢
11 months
Fixed Rate
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12.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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VARSITY ENERGY LLC
HOMERUN 12 - 12.30¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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12.30¢
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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12.30¢
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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12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Richardson electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Richardson Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Richardson 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 Richardson. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.
Richardson Electric Bills
At Richardson’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 Richardson 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.
Richardson Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Richardson Grid Status
As of , there are 18 customers without power in Richardson’s Dallas County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 0 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the Oncor Electric Delivery service territory. Statewide, 76,556 Texas customers are without power across 875 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
Oncor Electric Delivery customers in Richardson 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 Richardson right now?
Yes. As of , there are 18 customers without power in Richardson (Dallas County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 0 tracked customers.
Best Richardson Electricity Plans by Usage Level
Richardson’s housing ranges from established Canyon Creek and Heights Park neighborhoods (1970s–90s) to newer CityLine mixed-use living. The average home uses 1,000–1,200 kWh/month, with summer peaks pushing higher in older homes.
- 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
Richardson shares the DFW heat corridor. Summer highs above 100°F are common June through September. A home using 900 kWh in spring can reach 1,500–1,900 kWh in July. Older Canyon Creek and Heights Park homes should compare at the 2,000 kWh tier.
Richardson Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 38 retail providers serving Richardson’s Oncor territory. Every provider listed offers plans to residents today.
Richardson Business Electricity Rates
Richardson’s Telecom Corridor is one of the densest concentrations of technology companies in the Southwest — AT&T, Cisco, Samsung, Texas Instruments, and hundreds of startups. CityLine’s mixed-use campus and UT Dallas add to the commercial electricity 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.
Richardson Solar
Richardson 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 $22,200 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Richardson Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and providers in Richardson, Texas.
How does electricity deregulation work in Richardson?
Deregulation means Richardson 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 Richardson right now?
As of today, the lowest Richardson rate is 7.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Budget Power (Prime 12 - 7.10¢). Across 38 providers offering 186 plans, rates average 13.96¢/kWh. We update prices multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Richardson?
Based on today’s average rate of 13.96¢/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 Richardson?
Electricity in Richardson 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 Richardson?
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 Richardson business electricity rates work?
Business rates in Richardson 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 Richardson?
Oncor Electric Delivery. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.