The Woodlands Electricity Rates
The Woodlands has one of the most competitive electricity markets in the CenterPoint Energy territory, with 195 active plans. Providers in the CenterPoint Energy territory offer rates from 6.2¢ to 20.8¢/kWh. The market average at 1,000 kWh is 13.44¢/kWh. Rates sourced from official marketplace data and refreshed multiple times daily.
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.
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
Simple Saver 3 - 6.20¢
3 months
Cheapest
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6.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.20¢
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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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
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 24 - 7.90¢
24 months
Fixed Rate
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7.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
No Contract Advantage - 9.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
Variable Advantage - 9.70¢
1 months
Fixed Rate
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9.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 9.80¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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9.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SmartEnergy
SmartGreen 3 - 10.60¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion Pro + Perks 3 - 10.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 10.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.80¢
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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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.90¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CONSTELLATION NEWENERGY INC
Simple Switch 4 - 11.60¢
4 months
Fixed Rate
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11.60¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 3 - 11.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 3 - 11.80¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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11.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
Bright Nights 10 - 11.80¢
10 months
Fixed Rate
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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
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11.90¢
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 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 serves about 2,842,000 customers across Greater Houston, including The Woodlands. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
The Woodlands Electric Bills
At The Woodlands’s average rate of 13.4¢/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 The Woodlands home’s bill ranges from about $109 in Mar to $230 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
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
The Woodlands Grid Status
As of , there are 19,208 customers without power in The Woodlands’s Montgomery County, Texas. This represents 2.26% of 850,777 tracked customers. This is a significant outage event. Contact CenterPoint Energy for restoration estimates. Statewide, 24,430 Texas customers are without power across 79 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
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.
Is there a power outage in The Woodlands right now?
Yes. As of , there are 19,208 customers without power in The Woodlands (Montgomery County, Texas), representing 2.26% of 850,777 tracked customers.
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.
- Ranchero Power
- 10.7¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Ranchero Power
- 9.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 1-month fixed rate
The Woodlands Electricity Providers
We compare rates from 37 retail providers serving The Woodlands’ Entergy Texas territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Montgomery County residents today.
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.
The Woodlands Solar
The Woodlands gets about 5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 13.4¢/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 $15,100 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
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: 6.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh in The Woodlands, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (Simple Saver 3 - 6.20¢). That’s well below the 13.44¢ average across 195 plans from 37 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 $72/month in savings.
What is the average monthly electric bill in The Woodlands?
A typical The Woodlands household using 1,000 kWh pays around $134/month at the average rate of 13.44¢/kWh. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports Texas homes average 1,140 kWh/month. On the cheapest available plan at 6.2¢, supply costs drop to $62/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 37 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 Electricity Facts Label (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 6.2¢/kWh. Most energy advisors recommend fixed rates for budget predictability, especially during peak-demand seasons when wholesale prices historically spike.
