Tomball Electricity Rates
The average Tomball electricity rate today is 12.75¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. Compare 186 plans from 39 providers serving Tomball and the CenterPoint Energy territory. Prices range from 6.5¢ to 19.4¢/kWh. 70 of 186 plans are priced between 12-14¢/kWh.
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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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
SimpleSaver 12 - 6.50¢
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6.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Chariot Energy
GridPlus 12 - 6.70¢
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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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6.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
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6.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
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7.13¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Cirro Energy
Bill Bonus 11 - 7.20¢
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Bill Credit Bundle 25 - 7.20¢
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7.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Rhythm
Rhythm Max Saver 12 - 7.40¢
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Texas
The Lone Saver Plus 12 - 7.40¢
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7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Tara Energy
Value Choice - 12 - 8.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Smart Choice - 12 - 8.50¢
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Amigo Energy
Power Perks - 12 - 8.50¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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8.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octopus Lite 12 - 8.80¢
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8.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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TXU
Smart 1000 Select 12 - 9.90¢
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9.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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True Power
True Value 12 - 10.80¢
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10.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 11 - 10.90¢
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10.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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SOUTHERN FEDERAL POWER LLC
SoFed Better Rate - 11 - 11.10¢
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11.10¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Smart & Fixed - 11 - 11.20¢
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11.20¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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VARSITY ENERGY LLC
HOMERUN 12 - 11.30¢
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11.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Companion Energy
Companion + Perks 12 - 11.40¢
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11.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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- ✓ The cheapest Tomball electricity rate is 6.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh — 39 providers compete in the CenterPoint Energy territory.
- ✓ Fixed-rate plans range from 3 to 36 months, with rates between 6.5¢ and 19.4¢/kWh.
- ✓ The average Tomball household using 1,000 kWh/month pays roughly $128/month at today’s average rate of 12.75¢/kWh.
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 12.8¢/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 $103 in Mar to $218 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 452 customers without power in Tomball’s Harris County, Texas. This represents 0.02% of 2,241,287 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the CenterPoint Energy service territory. Statewide, 140,963 Texas customers are without power across 1021 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 452 customers without power in Tomball (Harris County, Texas), representing 0.02% of 2,241,287 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.
- True Power
- 11.3¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
- 6.5¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
- True Power
- 10.6¢/kWh at this usage
- 12-month fixed rate
Tomball’s Gulf Coast AC Reality
Tomball’s Gulf Coast location means hot, humid summers that push AC systems hard. Expect your summer usage to be 2–3x your spring usage. A home that uses 800 kWh in March might hit 2,000+ kWh in August. Many newer Tomball homes along the Tomball Parkway corridor have larger floor plans that amplify cooling costs. Always compare plans at BOTH 1,000 kWh and 2,000 kWh.
Tomball Electricity Providers
We’ve compared rates and plans from 39 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 39 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 12.8¢/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 $19,100 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.
How does electricity deregulation work in Tomball?
Deregulation means Tomball residents aren’t stuck with one electricity supplier. CenterPoint Energy 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 Tomball right now?
As of today, the lowest Tomball rate is 6.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh, offered by AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC (SimpleSaver 12 - 6.50¢). Across 39 providers offering 186 plans, rates average 12.75¢/kWh. We update prices multiple times per day.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Tomball?
Based on today’s average rate of 12.75¢/kWh, expect about $128/month for 1,000 kWh of usage. Choosing the cheapest plan at 6.5¢ could bring that down to $65/month.
Who delivers electricity in Tomball?
Electricity in Tomball is delivered by CenterPoint Energy, 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 Tomball?
Choose a certified REP (Retail Electric Provider) and enroll. CenterPoint Energy 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 Tomball business electricity rates work?
Business rates in Tomball 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 Tomball?
CenterPoint Energy. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.