Tomball Electricity Rates
We’re tracking 64 electricity plans in Tomball right now, starting at 7.2¢/kWh. Across the CenterPoint Energy territory, the average rate sits at 14.56¢/kWh. The gap between the lowest (7.2¢) and highest (20.6¢) plan is significant. All rates shown reflect current market pricing.
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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7.20¢
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Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
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9.19¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 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 - 11.30¢
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11.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TriEagle Energy
Sure Value 36 - 12.90¢
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12.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 10
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13.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Branch Energy
Branch Fixed 12 - 13.20¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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13.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Fixed Prime - 48 - 14.30¢
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14.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tomball Utilities
No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Tomball are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.
CenterPoint Energy serves about 2,753,610 customers across Greater Houston, including Tomball. The typical CenterPoint customer sees roughly 1.1 outages per year, each lasting about 98 minutes.
Tomball Electric Bills
At Tomball’s average rate of 14.6¢/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 Tomball home’s bill ranges from about $118 in Mar to $249 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.
Tomball Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a regional seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary.
Tomball Grid Status
As of , there are 952 customers without power in Tomball’s Harris County, Texas. This represents 0.03% of 2,947,291 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 5,165 Texas customers are without power across 52 of 254 counties.
Transmission & Distribution
CenterPoint Energy customers in Tomball 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 Tomball right now?
Yes. As of , there are 952 customers without power in Tomball (Harris County, Texas), representing 0.03% of 2,947,291 tracked customers.
Best Electricity Plans in Tomball by Usage Level
The average Tomball home uses about 1,200–1,500 kWh per month due to the Gulf Coast climate and heavy air conditioning use. Tomball’s growing northwest Houston corridor means many newer homes with larger square footage. Below are the best Tomball plans at four common usage levels, updated daily.
- Payless Power
- 11.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
- Frontier Utilities
- 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Frontier Utilities
- 7.2¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- Payless Power
- 10.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 3-month fixed rate
Tomball Electricity Providers
We’ve compared rates and plans from 9 retail electricity providers (REPs) serving Tomball’s CenterPoint Energy 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; CenterPoint delivers the power regardless of which provider you choose, so switching never affects reliability.
Tomball Business Electricity Rates
Tomball’s growing commercial corridor along the Tomball Parkway and its German heritage downtown district both benefit from deregulated electricity. Whether you run a shop on Main Street or a business along FM 2920, you can shop dozens of providers for the best commercial rate.
Unlike residential plans with standardized pricing tiers, Tomball 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 Tomball Electricity
Whether you’re moving to Tomball or switching from an existing provider, the process is the same and takes about five minutes. Your new retail provider handles the coordination with CenterPoint Energy — 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 CenterPoint’s deregulated territory. Tomball and surrounding communities like Magnolia, Pinehurst, and Spring 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 9 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 CenterPoint, 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 Tomball?
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.
Tomball Solar
Tomball gets about 5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 14.6¢/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 $17,950 after its net cost. Run your exact address →
Frequently Asked Questions About Tomball Electricity
Got questions about Tomball’s electricity market? Our Tomball-focused FAQs cover rates, plans, providers, and everything you need to know.
What is the cheapest electricity rate in Tomball right now?
As of today, the lowest Tomball rate is 7.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). Across 9 providers offering 64 plans, rates average 14.56¢/kWh. All retail providers serving Tomball are certified by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and compete on the same CenterPoint Energy distribution grid. Switching from average to cheapest saves roughly $74/month. Prices are updated multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Tomball?
At the current average rate of 14.56¢/kWh, a Tomball home using 1,000 kWh/month pays approximately $146/month for electricity supply. According to EIA data, the average Texas household uses about 1,140 kWh/month — roughly 14% above the national average of 1,000 kWh. Actual bills vary seasonally. Choosing the cheapest plan at 7.2¢ reduces supply costs to $72/month.
Who delivers electricity in Tomball?
All Tomball electricity flows through CenterPoint Energy’s distribution network. As the PUCT-regulated TDU for this area, CenterPoint Energy handles power lines, meters, outage repair, and storm response. When you switch providers, CenterPoint Energy continues delivering your power exactly the same way. Only your supply rate and billing change.
How do I switch electricity providers in Tomball?
Pick a REP (Retail Electric Provider) from the 9 providers serving Tomball, enroll online, and the new supplier handles everything with CenterPoint Energy. The PUCT-regulated switch takes 1–2 business days with no service interruption. CenterPoint Energy processes it without any physical work at your home. Same grid, same power — just a different rate and billing source.
Are there renewable energy plans in Tomball?
Tomball 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 Tomball?
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 Tomball. 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 Tomball?
In Tomball, 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).