Electricity plans in Friendswood
Compare 115+ plans by true cost from providers serving Friendswood. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated November 2026
Friendswood fast facts
- County
- Galveston County
- TDU
- TNMP
- Sample ZIP
- 77546
- TNMP outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-866-7456
About Friendswood
Electricity and living in Friendswood.
Friendswood is a Galveston/Harris County city southeast of Houston, founded as a Quaker community in 1895 and known for top-tier school ratings (Friendswood ISD consistently ranks in Texas's top 10). Most growth happened 1990-2015.
Climate & bill pattern
Coastal-adjacent humid Gulf Coast climate.
Mostly 2,200-3,200 sq ft post-1990 homes; TNMP delivery rates run slightly above Oncor/CenterPoint, worth checking on the EFL.
Major employers
- ·Friendswood ISD
- ·Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital (nearby)
- ·ExxonMobil (commuters to Baytown)
- ·NASA Johnson Space Center (nearby)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Forest Bend
- ·West Ranch
- ·Lakes of Falcon Pointe
- ·Sun Meadow
Best in Friendswood
Best plans in Friendswood
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
The Lone Saver Plus 20
Rhythm Max Saver 20
SimpleSaver 9
SimpleSaver 12
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Friendswood
Friendswood is served by TNMP as the local TDU. It's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 115+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the TNMP grid.
The live plans we list in Friendswood average 16.4¢/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 Friendswood?
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The live plans we list on the TNMP grid average 16.4¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Friendswood start around 9.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Friendswood?
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TNMP 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 Friendswood?
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Yes. Choose from 115+ plans available on the TNMP 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 flat 1,000 kWh advertised rate. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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1–3 days, no service interruption
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