The Woodlands Electricity Rates

The Woodlands has one of the most competitive electricity markets in the CenterPoint Energy territory, with 178 active plans. Providers in the CenterPoint Energy territory offer rates from 7.2¢ to 20.6¢/kWh. The market average at 1,000 kWh is 13.53¢/kWh. Rates sourced from official marketplace data and refreshed multiple times daily.

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Cheapest Electricity Plans in The Woodlands

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 The Woodlands 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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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 7.20¢
12 months Fixed Rate
7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.40¢
12 months Fixed Rate
7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 24 - 7.90¢
24 months Fixed Rate
7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months Fixed Rate
9.19¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months Fixed Rate
9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months Fixed Rate
9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months Fixed Rate
9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 10.80¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 10.90¢
12 months Fixed Rate
10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 10.90¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.90¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Simple Switch 4 - 11.60¢
4 months Fixed Rate
11.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 3 - 11.70¢
3 months Fixed Rate
11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 3 - 11.80¢
3 months Fixed Rate
11.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
Bright Nights 10 - 11.80¢
10 months Fixed Rate
11.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
Stars and Stripes Flex - 11.90¢
1 months Fixed Rate
11.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 12.10¢
12 months Fixed Rate
12.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest The Woodlands electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.

The Woodlands electricity rate distribution chart showing 178 plans from 7.2¢ to 20.6¢ per kWh
CenterPoint
Delivers Your Power
13.5¢
Avg Rate / kWh
5 hrs
Peak Sun / Day
13.9 yr
Solar Payback
Local Grid

The Woodlands Utilities

No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.

See the full CenterPoint profile

Bills & Grid Mix

The Woodlands Electric Bills

At The Woodlands’s average rate of 13.5¢/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

$128
Jan
$116
Feb
$110
Mar
$116
Apr
$144
May
$188
Jun
$227
Jul
$232
Aug
$200
Sep
now
$144
Oct
$116
Nov
$131
Dec

A typical The Woodlands home’s bill ranges from about $110 in Mar to $232 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.

The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands 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

The Woodlands Grid Status

As of , there are 19 customers without power in The Woodlands’s Montgomery County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 922,644 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 3,086 Texas customers are without power across 99 of 254 counties.

19
Customers Out
922,644
Customers Tracked
<0.01%
Affected
2m ago
Last Updated

Transmission & Distribution

CenterPoint Energy
922,644 customers in Montgomery County
ERCOT Grid
Electric Reliability Council of Texas
Normal

CenterPoint Energy customers in The Woodlands 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
93°Feels like 55%Humidity 5 mphWind
The Woodlands and Montgomery County have no severe weather warnings in effect. Current outages are most likely not weather-related.
Source: National Weather Service — KDWH

Is there a power outage in The Woodlands right now?

Yes. As of , there are 19 customers without power in The Woodlands (Montgomery County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 922,644 tracked customers.

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Best The Woodlands Electricity Plans by Usage Level

The Woodlands’ larger homes and Greater Houston humidity drive higher-than-average electricity usage. The average household uses 1,200–1,500 kWh/month, with summer peaks well above that.

The Woodlands Apartments
500 kWh/month
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
$56.00/mo
estimated The Woodlands monthly bill
  • Companion Energy
  • 11.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
Average The Woodlands Home
1,000 kWh/month
Frontier Saver Plus 12
$72.00/mo
estimated The Woodlands monthly bill
  • Frontier Utilities
  • 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 12-month fixed rate
Larger The Woodlands Homes
1,500 kWh/month
Frontier Saver Plus 12
$108.00/mo
estimated The Woodlands monthly bill
  • Frontier Utilities
  • 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
  • 12-month fixed rate
Large Montgomery County Homes
2,000+ kWh/month
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
$210.00/mo
estimated The Woodlands monthly bill
  • Companion Energy
  • 10.5¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
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The Woodlands Electricity Providers

We compare rates from 33 retail providers serving The Woodlands’ Entergy Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Montgomery County residents today.

Frontier Utilities
Texas HQ
Gexa Energy
NextEra Company
AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
REP · The Woodlands
Energy Texas
REP · The Woodlands
Rhythm
Est. 2019
Atlantex Power
REP · The Woodlands
Amigo Energy
Just Energy
Tara Energy
Est. 2005
Just Energy
Canadian Co.
Companion Energy
REP · The Woodlands
Octopus Energy
UK-Based
TXU
Est. 1882
Ranchero Power
REP · The Woodlands
Payless Power
Prepaid Plans
CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
REP · The Woodlands
INFUSE ENERGY
REP · The Woodlands
Heritage Power
REP · The Woodlands
Chariot Energy
Solar & Green
REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
REP · The Woodlands
True Power
REP · The Woodlands
Budget Power
REP · The Woodlands
TriEagle Energy
Eagle Ford
Think Energy LLC
REP · The Woodlands
BKV Energy
REP · The Woodlands
Branch Energy
REP · The Woodlands
Discount Power
REP · The Woodlands
Cirro Energy
NRG Company
Champion Energy
Est. 2003
Reliant Energy
NRG Company
GOOD CHARLIE & CO LLC
REP · The Woodlands
Direct Energy
NRG Company
Green Mountain Energy
100% Renewable
NEC co-op Energy
REP · The Woodlands
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The Woodlands Business Electricity Rates

The Woodlands is a major corporate hub north of Houston, home to ExxonMobil, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and dozens of energy company headquarters along the I-45 corridor.

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

The Woodlands Solar

The Woodlands gets about 5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.5¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.

10,220 kWh
Annual production (7 kW system)
$1,383
Estimated yearly bill savings
$19,250
System cost (before local incentives)
13.9 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 $15,325 after its net cost. Run your exact address →

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The Woodlands Electricity FAQ

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

What is the cheapest electricity rate in The Woodlands right now?

Today’s cheapest: 7.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh in The Woodlands, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). That’s well below the 13.53¢ average across 178 plans from 33 providers. Under the PUCT-regulated deregulated market, every provider delivers power over CenterPoint Energy’s grid — your electricity is identical regardless of supplier. The gap between cheapest and average translates to roughly $63/month in savings.

What is the average monthly electric bill in The Woodlands?

A typical The Woodlands household using 1,000 kWh pays around $135/month at the average rate of 13.53¢/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 7.2¢, supply costs drop to $72/month. Summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest monthly swings.

Who delivers electricity in The Woodlands?

Electricity in The Woodlands is delivered by CenterPoint Energy, the regulated TDU for this area. CenterPoint Energy owns the poles, wires, transformers, and meters. Under PUCT regulations, CenterPoint Energy must deliver power equally to all customers regardless of which REP (Retail Electric Provider) they purchase supply from. Your supplier choice changes only your rate and billing.

How do I switch electricity providers in The Woodlands?

Compare plans from 33 PUCT-certified providers, choose a REP (Retail Electric Provider), and enroll online or by phone. The new supplier coordinates the transition with CenterPoint Energy automatically. The switch typically completes within 1–2 business days with no service interruption — no technician visit or equipment changes required. Your power stays on throughout the entire process.

Are there renewable energy plans in The Woodlands?

Yes — several The Woodlands 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. CenterPoint Energy 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 The Woodlands?

CenterPoint Energy’s delivery charges are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and identical for all The Woodlands customers, regardless of supplier. These fees cover transmission, distribution infrastructure, and grid maintenance. When comparing The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands?

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 The Woodlands, fixed plans currently start at 7.2¢/kWh. Most energy advisors recommend fixed rates for budget predictability, especially heading into summer when Texas wholesale prices historically spike.