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Charlotte, Texas · AEP Texas Central territory

Electricity plans in Charlotte

Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Charlotte. Find the right rate for your home.

Live Texas rates, updated August 2026

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Average rate

15.2¢

per kWh

Plans

119+

on your meter

Population

—

Atascosa County

Utility

AEP

AEP Texas Central

Charlotte fast facts

County: Atascosa County
TDU: AEP Texas Central
Sample ZIP: 78011
AEP Texas Central outage / switch-hold line: 1-866-223-8508

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Best in Charlotte

Best plans in Charlotte

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

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Provider & Plan

Rate

Term

Monthly @ 1,000

Score

Best rate

APGE

SimpleSaver 11

Best for Charlotte residents

Rate

7.0 ¢/kWh

Term

11 Months fixed

Monthly

$70 at 1,000 kWh

Score

81 /100

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APGE

SimpleSaver 12

Rate

7.1 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$71 at 1,000 kWh

Score

81 /100

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Frontier Utilities

Saver Plus 12

Rate

7.1 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$71 at 1,000 kWh

Score

87 /100

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Gexa Energy

Eco Saver Plus 12

Rate

7.1 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$71 at 1,000 kWh

Score

98 /100

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Rhythm Energy

Rhythm Max Saver 12

Rate

7.2 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$72 at 1,000 kWh

Score

98 /100

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Energy Texas

The Lone Saver Plus 12

Rate

7.2 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$72 at 1,000 kWh

Score

96 /100

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About electricity in Charlotte

Charlotte is served by AEP Texas Central as the local TDU. It's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 119+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the AEP Texas Central grid.

The live plans we list in Charlotte average 15.2¢/kWh all-in at 1,000 kWh usage. Actual rates vary by plan type, contract length, and how much your home uses. Fixed-rate plans typically offer the best value for households that don't want to think about rate swings.

Switching is 1-3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.

FAQ

Common questions

What is the average electricity rate in Charlotte?

The live plans we list on the AEP Texas Central grid average 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Charlotte start around 7.0¢/kWh.

Who is the TDU for Charlotte?

AEP Texas Central maintains the power lines and infrastructure. TDU charges are the same regardless of your retail provider — set by the Public Utility Commission.

Can I switch providers in Charlotte?

Yes. Choose from 119+ plans available on the AEP Texas Central grid. Switching takes 1–3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.

How are the rankings calculated?

We sort by the real monthly bill at your home's usage — not the flat 1,000 kWh advertised rate. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.