Watauga Electricity Rates

The Watauga electricity market currently offers 76 plans from 13 certified providers. The full range spans 7.4¢ to 21.38¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. With 76 plans on the market, there’s a meaningful difference between the best and worst options. Rates are updated multiple times daily.

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Cheapest Electricity Plans in Watauga

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 Watauga electricity plans compared by provider, rate, and term length
ProviderPlanRateAction
Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
12 months Fixed Rate
7.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantex Power
Radiance1000
12 months Fixed Rate
9.78¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Payless Power
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ranchero Power
Ranchero Cheapskate - 3 - 10.50¢
3 months Fixed Rate
10.50¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Heritage Power
Bright Start 5 $50 First Bill Credit!! - 11.90¢
5 months Fixed Rate
11.90¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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BKV Energy
Daisy 4
4 months Fixed Rate
12.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Budget Power
No Gimmicks 18 - 12.40¢
18 months Fixed Rate
12.40¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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INFUSE ENERGY
Essential Infusion 12 - 13.00¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
Stars and Stripes 12 - 13.00¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.00¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Octopus Energy
Octo Simple 3 - 13.30¢
3 months Fixed Rate
13.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Discount Power
Saver 12 - 13.70¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Cirro Energy
Smart Simple 12 - 13.80¢
12 months Fixed Rate
13.80¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 13 cheapest Watauga electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.

Oncor
Delivers Your Power
14.4¢
Avg Rate / kWh
5 hrs
Peak Sun / Day
13 yr
Solar Payback
Local Grid

Watauga Utilities

No matter which retail provider you pick, the poles, wires, and meters in Watauga are owned and maintained by one company — and they handle every outage.

Oncor Electric Delivery
Transmission & Distribution Utility · North & Central Texas
3.9M
Customers served statewide
1.6 hrs
Avg outage time / yr (SAIDI)
107 min
Avg restoration (CAIDI)

Oncor Electric Delivery serves about 3,936,107 customers across North & Central Texas, including Watauga. The typical Oncor customer sees roughly 0.9 outages per year, each lasting about 107 minutes.

See the full Oncor profile

Bills & Grid Mix

Watauga Electric Bills

At Watauga’s average rate of 14.4¢/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

$137
Jan
$124
Feb
$117
Mar
$124
Apr
$154
May
$200
Jun
$242
Jul
$247
Aug
$214
Sep
$154
Oct
$124
Nov
$140
Dec

A typical Watauga home’s bill ranges from about $117 in Mar to $247 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.

Watauga 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 Watauga 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

Watauga Grid Status

As of , there are 5 customers without power in Watauga’s Tarrant County, Texas. This represents <0.01% of 1,369,536 tracked customers. This is within normal operating levels for the Oncor Electric Delivery service territory. Statewide, 57,666 Texas customers are without power across 704 of 254 counties.

5
Customers Out
1,369,536
Customers Tracked
<0.01%
Affected
3m ago
Last Updated

Transmission & Distribution

Oncor Electric Delivery
1,369,536 customers in Tarrant County
ERCOT Grid
Electric Reliability Council of Texas
Normal

Oncor Electric Delivery customers in Watauga 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.

84° Clear
91°Feels like 70%Humidity 9 mphWind
Watauga and Tarrant County have no severe weather warnings in effect. Current outages are most likely not weather-related.
Source: National Weather Service — KFTW

Is there a power outage in Watauga right now?

Yes. As of , there are 5 customers without power in Watauga (Tarrant County, Texas), representing <0.01% of 1,369,536 tracked customers.

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Best Watauga Electricity Plans by Usage Level

Watauga’s mix of 1970s–1990s homes means insulation quality varies. The average household uses 1,000–1,200 kWh/month, but older homes can run 1,500+ kWh in summer.

Watauga Apartments
500 kWh/month
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
$51.50/mo
estimated Watauga monthly bill
  • Payless Power
  • 10.3¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
Average Watauga Home
1,000 kWh/month
Frontier Saver Plus 12
$74.00/mo
estimated Watauga monthly bill
  • Frontier Utilities
  • 7.4¢/kWh at this usage
  • 12-month fixed rate
Larger Watauga Homes
1,500 kWh/month
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
$150.00/mo
estimated Watauga monthly bill
  • Payless Power
  • 10¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
Large Tarrant County Homes
2,000+ kWh/month
PTC 3 Month - Postpaid - 10.00¢
$196.00/mo
estimated Watauga monthly bill
  • Payless Power
  • 9.8¢/kWh at this usage
  • 3-month fixed rate
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Watauga Electricity Providers

We compare rates from 13 retail providers serving Watauga’s Oncor territory. Every provider listed offers plans to Tarrant County residents today.

Frontier Utilities
Texas HQ
Gexa Energy
NextEra Company
Atlantex Power
REP · Watauga
Payless Power
Prepaid Plans
Ranchero Power
REP · Watauga
Heritage Power
REP · Watauga
BKV Energy
REP · Watauga
Budget Power
REP · Watauga
INFUSE ENERGY
REP · Watauga
REVOLUTION ENERGY LLC
REP · Watauga
Octopus Energy
UK-Based
Discount Power
REP · Watauga
Cirro Energy
NRG Company
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Watauga Business Electricity Rates

Watauga’s small-business economy lines Denton Highway (US-377) and Rufe Snow Drive, with auto shops, restaurants, and neighborhood retail serving the local community.

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

Watauga Solar

Watauga gets about 5 peak sun hours per day. At the local average rate of 14.4¢/kWh, here's what a typical 7 kW rooftop system looks like.

10,220 kWh
Annual production (7 kW system)
$1,476
Estimated yearly bill savings
$19,250
System cost (before local incentives)
13 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 $17,650 after its net cost. Run your exact address →

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Watauga Electricity FAQ

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

What is the cheapest electricity rate in Watauga right now?

Right now, Watauga rates start at 7.4¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh usage, offered by Frontier Utilities (Frontier Saver Plus 12). With 76 plans from 13 providers, the average is 14.44¢/kWh. That’s a 49% spread between cheapest and average. All providers are licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and deliver power over Oncor Electric Delivery’s grid. The cheapest plan saves approximately $70/month at standard usage.

What is the average monthly electric bill in Watauga?

A typical Watauga household using 1,000 kWh pays around $144/month at the average rate of 14.44¢/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 7.4¢, supply costs drop to $74/month. Summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest monthly swings.

Who delivers electricity in Watauga?

Oncor Electric Delivery owns the wires, poles, transformers, and meters in Watauga. As the PUCT-regulated TDU, Oncor Electric Delivery delivers every electron to your home regardless of which of the 13 providers you buy supply from. Your supplier handles billing and your per-kWh rate; Oncor Electric Delivery handles the physical grid and outage response.

How do I switch electricity providers in Watauga?

Three steps: (1) compare plans from 13 providers serving Watauga, (2) enroll online with your chosen REP (Retail Electric Provider), (3) wait 1–2 business days for Oncor Electric Delivery to process it. No appointment needed and no interruption to your power. the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) oversees the switching process to ensure it’s seamless. The only change is who supplies your power and at what rate.

Are there renewable energy plans in Watauga?

Several providers serving Watauga include renewable energy in their plans through Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) sourced from ERCOT-connected wind and solar facilities across Texas. No home equipment changes are needed — Oncor Electric Delivery delivers the power identically. Compare plan details on each provider’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL) to see the exact renewable energy percentage included.

How much are electricity delivery charges in Watauga?

Oncor Electric Delivery delivery charges in Watauga are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and apply equally to all customers regardless of which REP (Retail Electric Provider) they choose. These charges cover poles, wires, meters, and grid maintenance. Most plan rates displayed on comparison sites already include Oncor Electric Delivery’s delivery fees. Check the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for each plan to see the exact breakdown of supply versus delivery costs.

Should I choose a fixed or variable rate plan in Watauga?

Fixed-rate plans guarantee your supply rate for a set period, typically 3 to 36 months. Variable-rate plans adjust monthly based on ERCOT wholesale market conditions. In Watauga, fixed plans start at 7.4¢/kWh today. For most households, a fixed rate offers better budget predictability and protection against summer price spikes when grid demand peaks and wholesale costs can surge.