Reliant Energy Plans & Rates

One of Texas's most recognized electricity providers with flexible plan options
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16.0¢
Avg Rate
12–36 mo
Terms
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Plans
6
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Reliant Energy Electricity Plans

Reliant Energy currently offers 19 electricity plans across 6 Texas utility territories, with rates ranging from 14.4¢ to 19.5¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. The cheapest plan available is Reliant Power On 18 - 14.40¢ 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 - 15.30¢ Cheapest
18 mo · Fixed
16.2¢
500 kWh
15.3¢
1,000 kWh
14.9¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On 12 Plan - 15.60¢
12 mo · Fixed
16.5¢
500 kWh
15.6¢
1,000 kWh
15.2¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On 24 Plan - 15.90¢
24 mo · Fixed
16.8¢
500 kWh
15.9¢
1,000 kWh
15.5¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power on 36 Plan - 16.20¢
36 mo · Fixed
17.1¢
500 kWh
16.2¢
1,000 kWh
15.8¢
2,000 kWh
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Reliant Power On Flex plan - 18.30¢
Variable · Variable
19.2¢
500 kWh
18.3¢
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.

Is Reliant Energy available in my area?

Reliant Energy currently serves six Texas utility territories: Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP Texas Central, AEP Texas North, TNMP, and Sharyland. Not all plans may be available in every territory. Enter your ZIP code above to see what's offered at your address.

What are Reliant Energy's current rates?

Rates range from 14.4¢ to 19.5¢/kWh depending on the plan and territory, with an average of 16.0¢/kWh. The lowest rate is currently in the CenterPoint territory. Rates on this page update multiple times daily.

What causes price differences across Reliant Energy service areas?

The price differences come from TDU delivery charges, which are set by your local utility — not by Reliant Energy. Oncor, CenterPoint, AEP Texas, and other TDUs each have different per-kWh delivery rates and fixed monthly fees, so the same plan will have a different all-in price depending on your territory.

How long are Reliant Energy electricity contracts?

Plan terms range from 12 to 36 months. Fixed-rate contracts lock in your energy rate for the full term. If you need to cancel early, expect an early termination fee — current ETFs: 18-month plan: $180; 12-month plan: $150; 24-month plan: $295; 36-month plan: $395.

How do I sign up for Reliant Energy electricity?

Pick a plan from the table above, then enroll through the provider's website or by phone. Reliant Energy handles the switch with your local utility automatically. There's no interruption to your power — the transition usually takes 1-3 business days.