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September 2025 Houston Market Update

The best Houston electricity plans to help you save this September

Summer is the worst time to shop for electricity plans in Texas. Fortunately, it TECHNICALLY just became Fall. The best time to lock in a rate is February through April. The second best time to lock in a rate is today, particularly to shop for a 12 month plan that gets you a good rate through NEXT summer in Texas.

• The cheapest 1-year electricity rate is the Gexa's Eco Saver Plus 12, at 9.9 cents per kWh, for 12 months. If you want the cheapest rate bar none, with no other considerations, this is the plan for you.
• For those long term stability, we have the Frontier Saver Plus 24 at 9.9 cents per kWh, for 2 years.
• For customers who want a steady rate, summer or winter regardless of usage, the PowerShift Payback 12, from Rhythm Energy, is the way to go. Its a flat plan with pretty much the same rates across all usage tiers, this is the plan at 14.8 cents per kWh is the set it and forget it option that many Texans are looking for when it comes to electricity.

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We've researched the best providers and plans so you can find a great electricity rate in Houston

Video - What is The Best Houston Electricity Rate (Summer 2025)

When do Electricity Rates Change in Houston Change?

As Houston moves into late summer, you're going to see fixed rate electricity rates increase with the temperature. So if you're looking for cheap Houston electricity rates, now, rather than later is the best time to to compare Texas electricity rates.

Houston's Best Light Companies

TexasElectricityRatings, rates the top electricity companies in Houston

Rank	Provider		Stars	Award
#1		Chariot Energy
#2		Gexa Energy
#3		Payless Power
#4		Constellation
#5		Frontier Utilities

5 Things to Know Before You Order Houston Electricity Service

1. Know your usage. Ok you don't have to "know" but you should have an idea. Are you moving into an apartment/small house, a medium size home or condo, or a large home? Home size matters and relates to the average usage. Electricity rates are based on volume and are based on 500kWh, 1000kWh and 2000kWh use per month. In other words a small house or apartment customer will generally pay a higher rate than a high usage / large house customer.
2. Know your credit score. Do you have great, average or poor credit? If you have average or poor credit you'll probably be asked to pay a deposit - generally $150-$300. You can also use a no-deposit plan that you pre-pay.
3. Understand Utility Charges. TDSPs are the local electricity utility company in Houston. They own and maintain the poles and wires, read the meters and get your power back on when there's a storm or power loss. About 30-40% of your bill is made up of local utility fees.
4. All rates displayed on our site include Utility Charges and Fees.
5. Understand Your Electricity Facts Label (EFL) The EFL sets out the rates and charges based on usages of 500, 1000 and 2000kWh.

Compare Business Electricity Rates in Houston?

You have the power to choose your Commercial and Small Business Electricity Rates in Houston. The Texas Electricity Ratings commercial electricity marketplace is exclusively for business electricity customers looking to start commercial service or compare their existing commercial electricity rates.

Houston business electricity rates are some of the lowest in the US and are 20-30% less than residential rates. So, if you're starting a business in Houston or just want to compare commercial electricity rates and shop the market for a better rate, you could save thousands each year by shopping for a lower rate.

Commercial Electricity Rates in Houston

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

7.94 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.39 ^¢ kWh

Term

12 Months

Lowest Rate

9.79 ^¢ kWh

How to Switch Your Houston Power Company

Finding a new electricity provider in Houston is simple. Follow these simple steps to get the lowest electricity rate in Houston.

1. Compare Houston power companies and prices

Enter your zip code and compare the latest electricity plans from the best Houston electric companies.

2. Review electricity plan details

Plan details allow you to view the important information about the plan into a way that is easy to understand.

3. Complete your order

Once you've selected the best plan, order online through our easy to use platform. We're connected directly to every major Texas electricity company. Once complete you'll receive a confirmation email with your order information and your order status.

Moving to Houston?

Houston is hot, as in 100+ degrees during the summer with 90% humidity - AC is required. Houston is big (think the size of Connecticut) and includes suburban areas like Katy, Kingwood, Pearland, West U, and Sugarland, and Houston has some of the cheapest electricity rates in the country.

With all that heat and humidity come big electricity bills. So how do you get your lights turned on and get a great electricity rate? It's easy!

Texas has a deregulated electricity market. That means Houston Electricity Companies compete for your business. Just like cellphone, Internet, Insurance and credit card companies that compete for your business. And just like those businesses there are plenty of ways that Texas electricity companies can take advantage of you, so we've made it easy. We've rated, ranked, and recommend Houston's best electricity companies and electricity plans that will make your move easy.

Getting your power turned on in Houston is easy. If your home has a smart meter, we can get your power turned on in 4-6 hours. Just enter your zip code to get started.

Electricity Plans for Houston

• Fixed Rate Plans: Offer a fixed rate per kWh (monthly bill may vary based on usage) for the length of the contract, typically 12 to 36 months.
• Green Energy Plans: Source power from renewable sources such as wind, and solar.
• No Deposit Plans: Electric companies in Houston offering no deposit sometimes called prepaid electricity plans; allow customers to pay for their electricity in advance. With a no deposit electricity plan, customers can avoid credit checks, deposits, and avoid disconnection for non-payment.
• Variable Rate Plans: Usually considered as the opposite of fixed rate plans, with these plans the price per kWh will vary month to month.
• Time of Use Plans: Vary the rate per kWh based on the time of day and/or the season. Customers are often charged a higher rate during the day and a lower rate in the evening. Additionally there
• Solar Buy Back Plans: This allows Houston homeowners with solar panels earn extra money by selling their surplus electricity to their electricity provider. Often this is in the form of bill credits for electricity that would otherwise go to waste. Electricity companies offering these plans include: Chariot Energy, Rhythm Energy, and Energy Texas.

Houston Electricity Outage Information

If you have a power outage, or any issue with your home's electrical delivery, you should contact your local electric utility for assistance

Centerpoint Energy: 713-207-2222

Contact the Texas Public Utilities Commission with any other concerns:

PUC Customer Protection, P.O. Austin, TX 787111-3326.

Call 1-888-782-8477

Email the PUCT at customer@puc.texas.gov

FAQ: Houston Rates, Plans and Providers

What Houston Reliant electricity plans are available?

The following rates are available from Reliant

Reliant Power Savings 24 plan	14.90 cents per kWh
Reliant Power Savings 12 plan	15.50 cents per kWh
Reliant Basic Power 12 plan	17.20 cents per kWh
Reliant Conservation 12 plan	17.50 cents per kWh
Reliant Conservation 24 plan	17.50 cents per kWh
Reliant Basic Power 24 plan	17.80 cents per kWh
Reliant Pure Power 24 plan	18.00 cents per kWh
Reliant Pure Power 12 plan	18.00 cents per kWh
Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 24 plan	22.30 cents per kWh
Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 12 plan	22.70 cents per kWh

Is it true that Reliant has a low price in Houston?

Reliant Power Savings 24 plan is the cheapest rate from Reliant. It is a 24 month plan with a rate of 14.900 cents per kWh.

We recommend you compare electricity rates in Houston and see if this plan is right for you.

What is a cheap Constellation electricity rate in Houston?

12 Month Usage Bill Credit is the cheapest rate from Constellation. It is a 12 month plan with a rate of 13.900 cents per kWh.

You can order the 12 Month Usage Bill Credit plan here on TexasElectricityRatings without hassling with the state-run powertochoose.org website

Constellation offers these plans in Houston

The following rates are available from Constellation

12 Month Usage Bill Credit	13.90 cents per kWh
24 Month Usage Bill Credit	14.90 cents per kWh
12 Month Electric Vehicle FreeCharge Plan	15.70 cents per kWh
12 Month Electric Vehicle FlexCharge Plan	15.70 cents per kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)	15.90 cents per kWh
24 Month Electric Vehicle FreeCharge Plan	16.00 cents per kWh
24 Month Electric Vehicle FlexCharge Plan	16.10 cents per kWh
12Mo Usage Bill Credit + A/C Protection for 2 Units and HVAC Monitoring	16.40 cents per kWh
12Mo Usage Bill Credit + A/C Protection for 1 Unit and HVAC Monitoring	16.40 cents per kWh