Texas Residential Electricity: Deregulated since 2002, Texas has 300+ licensed suppliers in the ERCOT market. Average commercial rate: 8-10¢/kWh (2026). Businesses in Houston, Dallas, and North Texas zones can save 15-25% through competitive procurement.
The largest competitive electricity market in the US. Compare rates across Houston, Dallas, Austin, and all ERCOT zones. No monopoly utility—you choose your supplier.
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Texas isn't just an electricity powerhouse—it's the heart of the US natural gas industry. Businesses in Texas benefit from proximity to Permian Basin production, often resulting in lower basis costs compared to the Northeast.
Commercial gas deregulation in Texas allows businesses to choose suppliers for the commodity portion of their bill, separate from utility distribution charges (CenterPoint, Atmos, Texas Gas Service).
Your pricing hub matters. West Texas (Waha) prices can sometimes go negative due to pipeline constraints, while Houston Ship Channel trades closer to Henry Hub.
Read our Gas Procurement Guide →See how much your business could save in the ERCOT market
See how much you could save by switching electricity providers
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Real data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration
Your electricity bill has two parts — you can only shop one of them.
Supply: $72/mo(48%)
✓ You CAN shop this part
The actual energy commodity. Switch providers to pay less.
Delivery: $78/mo(52%)
✗ Fixed — same regardless of provider
Transmission & distribution by your local utility.
If you save just 15% on supply...
$130/year
That's $11 back in your pocket every month
Supply/delivery split based on average utility tariff data for this state.
Most Texas homeowners can choose their electricity provider. Exceptions include Austin Energy, CPS San Antonio, and some municipal utilities.
Fixed-rate plans lock your price for 6–36 months. Variable plans follow the market. Prepaid plans have no credit check or deposit.
Texas leads the nation in wind power. Many providers offer 100% renewable plans — often at the same price or cheaper than conventional.
Compare plans from multiple Texas electricity providers. It takes less than 5 minutes and there are no changes to your service or wiring.
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