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July 2025 Austin Market Update
The best Austin electricity plans to help you save this July
Summer heat in Texas is as certain as death and taxes, and the best time to lock in a rate is February through April. The second best time to lock in a rate is today, particularly before we hit the summer heat peaks of July and August.
Our energy analyst team recommends these plans right now- The cheapest electricity rate is the Chariot Energy GridEdge 36, at 9.8 cents per kWh, for 3 years. That comes with long term bill security and is great for shoppers who dont want to hit the market for a new plan every year. That can kill two birds with one stone for many Texas shoppers.
- For those looking for a shorter 12 month plan, we have the Frontier Saver Plus 12 at 9.9 cents per kWh, for 1 year. Its the lowest 12 month plan on our website currently, and has a sweet bill credit for customers who dont use too much, or too little, electricity. Great for medium sized home owners.
- For those customers who use over 2,500 kWh of electricity in the summer, but not much in the winter, and who dont want any bill surprises, the Think Clean 12, from Think 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 14.4 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 Austin
| Company | Term | Rate |
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| APG&E | 12/months | 10.0¢/kWh |
| Frontier Utilities | 12/months | 10.0¢/kWh |
| Gexa Energy | 12/months | 10.0¢/kWh |
| Rhythm | 12/months | 10.1¢/kWh |
| 4Change Energy | 12/months | 10.2¢/kWh |
| Chariot Energy | 36/months | 10.2¢/kWh |
| Express Energy | 12/months | 10.2¢/kWh |
| Discount Power | 12/months | 10.2¢/kWh |
| Veteran Energy | 36/months | 13.8¢/kWh |
| Reliant | 24/months | 13.9¢/kWh |
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Austin's Best Light Companies
TexasElectricityRatings, rates the top electricity companies in Austin
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Electricity Plans for Austin
- 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 Austin 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 Austin 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.
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You have the power to choose your Commercial and Small Business Electricity Rates in Austin. 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.
Austin 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 Austin 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.
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Renewable and Green Energy Options in Austin
Over 30% of the energy produced in Texas is from renewable energy resources such as solar, and wind. In fact, Texas produces more green energy than any other state. And is one of the reasons that Texas has some of the lowest electricity rates in the US.
Every Texas energy provider has about 20% green energy in their mix of energy sources. You can see this in the Fuel Mix section of any Texas Electricity Plan EFL (Electricity Facts Label).
Most Texas electricity companies have a 100% green / renewable energy plan, where 100% of the energy you buy supports renewable energy generators. Some Austin electricity companies are exclusively green, where every plan is 100% green and prices and rates support 100% green energy and renewable generation.
The 3 types of renewable energy plans to select from:
- Green energy term plans:
- These are similar to traditional 3 to 12 month term plans with 100% green energy.
- EV Charging Plans:
- Plans targeted at EV owners that are "Time of Use" where you pay low rates at night (between 11PM and 5AM) and a higher rate during the day.
- Solar Buy Back Plans:
- Plans that allow homeowners who own their solar panels to sell excess power back to their provider or offset their electricity bill with excess power generated by their solar panels and may earn bill credits of up to .25 cents per kWh exported back to the grid.
Five Green Electric Plans for Austin
| Company | Term | Rate |
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| Gexa Energy | 12/months | 10.0¢/kWh |
| Rhythm | 12/months | 10.1¢/kWh |
| Chariot Energy | 36/months | 10.2¢/kWh |
What if I have Bad Credit or Cant Afford A deposit
There are several no deposit light companies in Austin that can get your lights on tonight. No deposit electricity plans require that you prepay for your electricity. You can order online, and deposit a small amount - generally $25-$75 and get your lights on in a few hours. Once youve ordered service, you download an app and that reminds you when you need to deposit more money to keep your lights on.
| Company | Term | Rate |
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| Payless Power | 12/months | 18.7¢/kWh |
| Payless Power | 6/months | 19.0¢/kWh |
| Company | Term | Rate |
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| Payless Power | 12/months | 19.5¢/kWh |
| Payless Power | 6/months | 19.7¢/kWh |
FAQ: Austin Rates, Plans and Providers
Constellation offers these plans in Austin
The following rates are available from Constellation
Are You Moving to Austin?
Texas has a deregulated electricity market. That means Austin 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 Austin's best electricity companies and electricity plans that will make your move easy.
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Austin 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, Oncor Energy - 888-313-4747, AEP Central/AEP North - 866-223-8508, or TNMP - 888-866-7456
Contact the Texas Public Utilities Commission with any other concerns: PUC Customer Protection, P.O. Austin, TX 787111-3326. Phone: 1-888-782-8477, Email at customer@puc.texas.gov
5 Things to Know Before You Order Austin Electricity Service
- 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.
- 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.
- Understand Utility Charges. TDSPs are the local electricity utility company in Austin. 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.
- All rates displayed on our site include Utility Charges and Fees.
- Understand Your Electricity Facts Label (EFL) The EFL sets out the rates and charges based on usages of 500, 1000 and 2000kWh.
Electricity Plan Types in Austin
Now that we have explained TDSP rates, the second thing to consider is the type of electricity plans a customer can buy. Each plan will likely end up having different rate scales. There are three types of electricity plans you can choose from when selecting an energy plan that best fits your needs.
Fixed Rate Electricity Plan in Austin
Lock in low energy rates for a period of months ranging from 9 to 36. Be aware that these contracts typically charge an early termination fee if you switch before your term ends.
Variable Rate Electricity Plan in Austin
Month to month contracts with rates that vary. You won't have to worry about deposits or early termination fees, but rates can decrease or increase from month to month.
Pre-Paid Electricity Plan in Austin
You deposit money into an account that your energy company bills directly depending on your use. Keep in mind there are often daily charges with these plans. Rates typically change from month to month.
There are other kinds of plans, such as green plans, or plans that come bundled with things like Smart Thermostats, but for the most part, these three plans are the main three kinds of choices available.