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Best Electricity Rates in Houston, TX (2026)

Houston homeowners pay some of the highest electricity bills in Texas. Here's how to find a cheaper plan in under 5 minutes.

Best Houston Electricity Plans — May 2026

Estimated for 1,000 kWh/month. Rates change weekly — always verify before signing.

Gexa EnergyFixedLowest Rate
12 mo contract
9.4¢
per kWh
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Pulse PowerFixedBest Long-Term
24 mo contract
9.1¢
per kWh
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Green MountainGreen100% Renewable
12 mo contract
10.8¢
per kWh
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Reliant EnergyFixedBrand Reliability
12 mo contract
11.2¢
per kWh
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TXU EnergyFixedLocal Service
12 mo contract
11.8¢
per kWh
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Houston Electricity Facts

Houston is fully deregulated. You can choose from 50+ electricity providers. Most Houston homeowners are overpaying because they've never switched from their default provider.

Summer bills are brutal. Houston averages 98°F+ in July-August. A 2,000 sq ft home uses 2,000–2,500 kWh/month in summer. At 12¢/kWh, that's $240–$300/month in usage alone.

Lock in a rate before summer. Fixed-rate plans protect you from spikes. Variable plans can hit 25-30¢/kWh during heat waves — triple your normal rate.

CenterPoint delivers electricity to most of Houston. The utility that delivers power doesn't change when you switch providers — only the bill you receive changes.

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