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Compare plans from PUCT-licensed providers serving Houston, Pasadena, Pearland, Sugar Land, and more in the CenterPoint area.

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Your ZIP code determines which utility delivers your electricity. In the CenterPoint service area, all plans shown include CenterPoint's delivery charges so you can compare the total cost.

CenterPoint Delivery: 6.00¢/kWh + $4.90/mo PUCT Source

CenterPoint's delivery charges are the same regardless of which electricity provider you choose — switching providers only changes the energy charge portion of your bill. Delivery charges (about 40% of your bill) are set by your utility and change twice yearly. When comparing plans, look at total monthly cost — not just the rate — to see real savings.

Texas Average

15.7¢

per kWh

Source: EIA.gov
Potential Savings54% lower
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10 plans available
APGE logo
LOWEST PRICE

SimpleSaver 14

APGEPUCT #10105
14 mo.
Fixed Price
5.85%
$250 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 2:30 PM CT
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$71.80
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.2¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
4Change Energy logo

Maxx Saver Value 8

4Change EnergyPUCT #10041
8 mo.
Fixed Price
3%
$160 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 6 PM CT
60-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$71.89
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.2¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
Just Energy logo

Smart Choice - 12

Just EnergyPUCT #10052
12 mo.
Fixed Price
31%
$175 to cancel
Enroll now · Start service Thursday
60-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$72.89
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.3¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
APGE logo

SimpleSaver 12

APGEPUCT #10105
12 mo.
Fixed Price
5.85%
$150 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 2:30 PM CT
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.00
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.3¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)

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Cirro Energy logo

Bill Bonus 24

Cirro EnergyPUCT #10177
24 mo.
Fixed Price
24%
$295 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 5 PM CT
30-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.77
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
Gexa Energy logo
100% Renewable

Eco Saver Plus 12

Gexa EnergyPUCT #10027
12 mo.
Fixed Price
100%
$150 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 6 PM CT
60-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.79
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
Frontier Utilities logo

Saver Plus 12

Frontier UtilitiesPUCT #10169
12 mo.
Fixed Price
30.4%
$150 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 6 PM CT
60-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.79
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
4Change Energy logo

Maxx Saver Value 12

4Change EnergyPUCT #10041
12 mo.
Fixed Price
3%
$240 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 6 PM CT
60-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.79
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
APGE logo

SimpleSaver 24

APGEPUCT #10105
24 mo.
Fixed Price
5.85%
$250 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 2:30 PM CT
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.80
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)
Discount Power logo

Bill Credit Bundle 24

Discount PowerPUCT #10177
24 mo.
Fixed Price
20%
$295 to cancel
Same-day service · Order by 5 PM CT
90-Day Guarantee
Usage Credit
Estimated Monthly Cost
$73.87
Based on 1,000 kWh usage
7.4¢/kWh avg
Includes $130 credit at 1,000+ kWh
All-in price (energy + delivery)

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Understanding the rates above

Every plan listed includes an Electricity Facts Label (EFL) — a standardized disclosure required by the PUCT that shows your total rate at 500, 1,000, and 2,000 kWh. The EFL includes both the energy charge from your provider and CenterPoint's delivery charges, so what you see is the true all-in cost.

Watch for bill credit thresholds

Some plans include bill credits that only apply if you use a specific amount of electricity (often exactly 1,000 or 2,000 kWh). If your usage falls short, the credit disappears and your actual rate jumps. Check the EFL for any bill credit line items before enrolling.

Who has the cheapest electricity rates in the CenterPoint area?

The cheapest electricity rate in the CenterPoint service area is 7.2¢/kWh from APGE at 1,000 kWh monthly usage. CenterPoint delivers electricity to Houston, Pasadena, Pearland, Sugar Land, and other cities in Greater Houston, Galveston, Coastal Texas. Rates come from PUCT-licensed retail providers competing in the CenterPoint area. Enter your ZIP code above to compare all available plans for your address.

Rates vary by usage level and change daily · Compare live rates for your exact address

About CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric

CenterPoint Energy serves the Greater Houston metropolitan area, the fourth-largest city in the United States. With over 2.6 million metered customers, CenterPoint delivers electricity to about 25% of the Texas deregulated market. As a TDU regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT), CenterPoint delivers electricity within the ERCOT grid, the independent power grid that covers about 85% of Texas. The PUCT sets CenterPoint's delivery rates through tariff proceedings and licenses every retail electric provider competing in the CenterPoint area.

Your electricity bill has two parts: the energy charge (set by the provider you choose, and the part you're shopping for) and CenterPoint's delivery charge (set by the PUCT, identical no matter which provider you pick).

Major Cities Served

Houston Pasadena Pearland Sugar Land Baytown Missouri City The Woodlands League City Galveston Conroe Katy Cypress

Contact Information

1-800-752-8036

centerpointenergy.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CenterPoint?

CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric is a transmission and distribution utility (TDU) that delivers electricity in Greater Houston, Galveston, Coastal Texas. As part of the ERCOT deregulated market, you can't choose your utility, but you can choose any electricity provider that serves the CenterPoint area.

Will switching providers affect my service reliability?

No. CenterPoint continues to deliver electricity and respond to outages regardless of which provider you choose. Switching only changes who you pay for electricity generation, not the reliability of your service.

How long does it take to switch?

Typically 1-2 billing cycles (2-4 weeks). Your new provider handles the entire switch process—you don't need to contact your current provider or CenterPoint. There's no service interruption during the transition. Review the Electricity Facts Label (EFL) before switching.

How do I report an outage?

Contact CenterPoint directly at 1-800-752-8036 or visit centerpointenergy.com. Your utility company handles all outage reporting and restoration, regardless of your electricity provider.

What happens when my electricity contract expires?

Your provider moves you to a month-to-month variable rate, typically 30-50% higher than your fixed rate. Texas providers must send a 30-day notice before expiration. If you've received that notice, compare plans now to lock in a new rate before the switch happens automatically.

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66 cities

Cities served by CenterPoint

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AtascocitaBacliffBaytownBeasleyBellaireBellvilleBolingBrookshireChannelviewCluteConroeCrosbyCypressDamonDanburyDeer ParkEast BernardEl LagoFreeportFresnoFulshearGalena ParkGalvestonGuyHempsteadHighlandsHitchcockHockleyHoustonHuffmanHumbleJersey VillageKatyKemahKendletonKingwoodLa PorteLiverpoolMagnoliaManvel

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197 ZIP codes

All the areas CenterPoint covers

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CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric delivers your electricity, but you choose who supplies it. That's your power to choose — compare PUCT-licensed providers in the CenterPoint service area.

Reviews

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Houston, TX

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Dallas, TX

"Didn't know so many plans existed. Found one with bill credits that works great for us."

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Austin, TX
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