Electricity plans in Garland
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Garland. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Garland fast facts
- County
- Dallas County
- Population
- 245K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75040
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
Nearby cities on the same grid:
About Garland
What you're shopping for power in.
Garland is an established city northeast of Dallas, more affordable than Plano or Richardson and with a strong manufacturing and distribution base.
Climate & bill pattern
DFW continental climate.
Most homes are 1970s-2000s construction at 1,600-2,200 sq ft; aging HVAC equipment is common, which matters for efficiency vs. fancier rate plans.
Major employers
- ·Garland ISD
- ·Atlas Copco
- ·Kraft Heinz
- ·Mary Kay (production)
- ·Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Garland
Known neighborhoods
- ·Firewheel
- ·Duck Creek
- ·Eastern Hills
- ·Camelot
- ·Lakewood Pointe
Best in Garland
Best plans in Garland
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
SimpleSaver 11
SimpleSaver 12
Bill Credit Bundle 12
Bill Bonus 24
Bill Bonus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
Providers
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See the lowest true-cost rate from each retail electricity provider serving Garland.
Local guide
About electricity in Garland
Garland is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 245K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 117+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the Oncor grid.
The live plans we list in Garland 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 Garland?
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The live plans we list on the Oncor grid average 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Garland start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Garland?
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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 Garland?
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Yes. Choose from 117+ 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 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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Garland electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
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1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Garland
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Cheap plans in Garland
Lowest available rates on Oncor
Fixed-rate plans in Garland
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in Garland
No contract, flexible month-to-month
No-deposit plans in Garland
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Best providers in Garland
Top-rated providers serving Oncor
Cheapest providers in Garland
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