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This article will show you the best low Houston electricity rates, help you learn where to find the best electricity plan for your specific needs, learn the differences between types of electricity plans, how to lower your Houston electricity bill, and much more!

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Current energy rates are around 6 to 8 cents, with the all-in rate coming to be around 10 to 13 cents once all delivery charges are factored in. If you're currently paying more than that, don't wait to get into a better deal!

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Comparing Energy Plans in Houston

Fixed Rate Plans

The best type of energy plan available is a fixed rate electricity plan. These plans are required by law to keep the cents per kWh paid constant throughout the term of the contract. Energy Ogre only signs up our member base with the lowest fixed rate electricity plans.

Variable Rate Plans

Another common plan is a variable rate energy plan (also known as a month-to-month rate). Variable rates remain fixed over the course of that specific month. Around the beginning of each following month, the rate can be raised or lowered to the discretion of the electricity company. This process will recur indefinitely until you sign a new contract with any electricity company. Variable rates are usually extremely higher than in-contract fixed energy rate plans.

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No Deposit Plans

There are also certain companies that offer no deposit plans. Those plans tend to be higher than what a consumer would pay with a normal plan that could include a deposit.

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Retail Electric Providers in Houston, TX

There are many power companies in Houston TX. Some of the most common service providers are Reliant, TXU, Gexa, and Frontier Utilities. Check out some of their reviews below.

Reliant Energy

TXU Energy

Gexa Energy

Frontier Utilities

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Houston Electricity FAQs

Who has the best electricity rates in Houston, TX?

Since the electricity market changes so quickly, there isn’t one specific provider who consistently has the cheapest electricity rates in Houston.

What is the best electric company in Houston?

Because of skewed online reviews, it is difficult to determine the best electric company in Houston.

Which provider has the lowest electricity rates in Houston?

Since the electricity market changes so quickly, there isn’t one specific provider who consistently has the cheapest electricity rates in Houston.

What is a good electricity rate in Houston?

Since the electricity market changes so quickly, what is considered a good rate can be drastically different than what you may think. 

What you should be asking is "What's the best electricity plan for my home and usage?". The cheapest electricity rate in Houston may be 7.9 cents per kWh but that doesn't necessarily mean that is the best plan for you. That plan might have restrictions that penalize you for going above or below a set usage agreement, which in a lot of cases is out of a typical homeowners controls.

How can I lower my energy bill in Houston?

You can lower your energy bill by updating your appliances to more energy efficient options. You can also check and seal any air leaks that may be apparent around your windows and doors. For more tips, see how to save on your Houston energy bill.

How do I find the best electricity plan in Houston?

Energy Ogre uses proprietary software to determine the cheapest electricity rate plans for each of our customers. Energy Ogre wants you to see the real savings you can achieve—not a guess based on what seems to be a low kilowatt-hour rate on various websites. Interested in seeing how much you could save? Take a look at our Energy Savings Calculator!

How much does electricity cost in Houston?

As of September 2023, the average Houston electricity bill is around $172.05.

Who provides electricity in Houston?

There are many different retail electricity providers (REPs) in Houston.

Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Texas?

Since electricity rates change daily, it’s hard to keep track of who has the cheapest rates.

Will I have to pay an early termination fee (ETF) to switch my Houston electric plan?

If you’re currently in contract with an electric company, you will most likely have to pay an ETF if you switch to a new plan at a new electric company.

If you are in a contract, Energy Ogre will send you an analysis comparing the plan that you are currently in with the lowest plan available for you. The analysis will let you know if it makes financial sense for you to pay the early termination fee to your current provider to switch to the new plan that we chose. The decision of whether or not to switch, as well as paying the fee, will be up to you.

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