Reliant Energy Plans & Rates

One of Texas's most recognized electricity providers with flexible plan options
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16.1¢
Avg Rate
12–36 mo
Terms
20
Plans
6
Territories
75+Providers
5M+Shoppers
20+Years online
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Reliant Energy Electricity Plans

Reliant Energy currently offers 20 electricity plans across 6 Texas utility territories, with rates ranging from 14.6¢ to 19.5¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. The cheapest plan available is Reliant Power On 18 - 14.60¢ in the CenterPoint territory. Rates shown below are updated multiple times daily and include TDU delivery charges.

Reliant Energy electricity plans and rates for the Oncor territory (Dallas–Fort Worth, Waco, Midland, Tyler), sorted by price at 1,000 kWh
Plan Rate at 500 kWh Rate at 1,000 kWh Rate at 2,000 kWh Action
Reliant Power On 18 - 15.40¢ Cheapest
18 mo · Fixed View EFL
16.3¢
500 kWh
15.4¢
1,000 kWh
14.9¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On 12 Plan - 15.70¢
12 mo · Fixed
16.6¢
500 kWh
15.7¢
1,000 kWh
15.2¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On 24 Plan - 16.00¢
24 mo · Fixed View EFL
16.9¢
500 kWh
16.0¢
1,000 kWh
15.5¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power on 36 Plan - 16.30¢
36 mo · Fixed
17.2¢
500 kWh
16.3¢
1,000 kWh
15.8¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On Flex plan - 18.40¢
Variable · Variable
19.3¢
500 kWh
18.4¢
1,000 kWh
17.9¢
2,000 kWh
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Dallas–Fort Worth, Waco, Midland, Tyler · Rates at 1,000 kWh include delivery
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About Reliant Energy

Reliant Energy was founded in 2000 in Houston and is one of the largest retail electricity providers in Texas, serving over 1.5 million customers. NRG Energy purchased Reliant's retail electricity business in June 2009 when Reliant had 1.8 million customers. Reliant purchased the 32-year naming rights to the Houston Texans' stadium in 2002 for $300 million — originally called Reliant Stadium, it was rebranded NRG Stadium in 2014 but is reverting to Reliant Stadium in August 2026 after a survey showed 90% of Houston customers supported the change. The venue has hosted two Super Bowls and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

One of Texas's largest REPs with 1.5M+ customers; $300M stadium naming rights deal (2002); Reliant Stadium name returning August 2026; hosted 2 Super Bowls; same NRG family as Green Mountain, Direct Energy, Discount Power
PUC License
#10007
Parent Company
NRG Energy (NYSE: NRG)
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
2000
Residential Electricity Commercial Energy Budget-Friendly Plans Stadium Naming Partner
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Reliant Energy FAQ

Common questions about Reliant Energy electricity plans, rates, and service areas.

What areas does Reliant Energy serve?

Reliant Energy offers plans in six Texas deregulated TDU territories: Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP Texas Central, AEP Texas North, TNMP, and Sharyland. Enter your ZIP code to confirm availability and see rates for your territory.

What are Reliant Energy's current rates?

Rates range from 14.6¢ to 19.5¢/kWh depending on the plan and territory, with an average of 16.1¢/kWh. The lowest rate is currently in the CenterPoint territory. Rates on this page update multiple times daily.

Why do Reliant Energy rates differ by territory?

Each TDU (Transmission and Distribution Utility) charges different delivery rates that are passed through to your bill. The same Reliant Energy plan can cost several cents more per kWh in one territory vs. another because of these delivery charge differences.

What contract lengths does Reliant Energy offer?

Reliant Energy currently offers fixed-rate plans ranging from 12 to 36 months. Early termination fees apply if you cancel before your contract ends. Current ETFs: 18-month plan: $180; 12-month plan: $150; 24-month plan: $295; 36-month plan: $395.

How do I switch to Reliant Energy?

Choose a plan and enroll online or by calling their customer service line. Your new provider coordinates the switch with your TDU — power stays on during the changeover, typically within 1-3 business days.

Sources & Notices

These are real-time rates from the ElectricChoice.com electric rate and plan marketplace. The inclusion, exclusion, ranking, or naming of any rate, plan, or provider on this page does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Listed rates may not account for all plan features, fees, etc.