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Why 2,000+ kWh households need different math

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Pool pumps: the hidden 300 kWh/month

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Bill-credit plans that actually work at high usage

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Fixed-rate picks for predictability

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Top 5 plans for large-home usage

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“A 3,000 kWh home and a 700 kWh apartment shouldn't buy the same plan — but the marketing pages don't care.”

— Sarah Mitchell, CFA, Energy Market Analyst

Current Texas electricity rates

Best Fixed 12-mo
Rate 10.2¢
Term 12 mo
Monthly $102
Fixed 24-mo
Rate 10.8¢
Term 24 mo
Monthly $108
Variable
Rate 11.5¢
Term Monthly
Monthly $115
100% Green
Rate 11.9¢
Term 12 mo
Monthly $119

Rates as of April 2026 · Based on 1,000 kWh usage · Source: ComparePower.com

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