Electricity plans in Elgin
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Live Texas rates, updated June 2026
Elgin fast facts
- County
- Bastrop County
- Population
- 12K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 78621
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Elgin
What you're shopping for power in.
Elgin is a Bastrop County city east of Austin, historically a railroad and ranching town and self-styled as the 'Sausage Capital of Texas' (Southside Market traces to 1882). Recent growth is heavy — the Austin metro's eastern push has filled in the highway 290 corridor.
Climate & bill pattern
Central Texas Hill-Country-edge climate: hot summers with dry air, mild winters, occasional severe-thunderstorm exposure.
Rapid new-home construction (post-2015, 2,000-2,800 sq ft) dominates the growth edge; older bungalows persist in the historic core.
Major employers
- ·Elgin ISD
- ·Southside Market & Barbeque (legacy employer)
- ·Meyer's Elgin Smokehouse
- ·Bastrop County government
- ·Austin Community College (proximate)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Old Town Elgin
- ·Veterans Hill
- ·Brookhaven
- ·Whispering Hollow
Best in Elgin
Best plans in Elgin
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
Smart Choice - 12
SimpleSaver 13
Maxx Saver Value 8
SimpleSaver 12
SimpleSaver 8
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Elgin
Elgin is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 12K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 123+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the Oncor grid.
The average all-in rate in Elgin is currently 14.9¢/kWh 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 Elgin?
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Approximately 14.9¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the Oncor grid span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates available statewide start around 7.7¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Elgin?
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Oncor 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 Elgin?
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Yes. Choose from 123+ plans available on the Oncor 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?
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We sort by the real monthly bill at your home's usage — not the advertised rate at 2,000 kWh. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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