Electricity plans in Hillsboro
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Hillsboro. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Hillsboro fast facts
- County
- Hill County
- Population
- 8K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 76645
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Hillsboro
What you're shopping for power in.
Hillsboro is the Hill County seat south of Dallas on I-35 — small town with an unusual Italian Renaissance courthouse, plus the Outlets at Hillsboro retail destination.
Climate & bill pattern
DFW continental climate.
Mostly mid-century homes; bills are moderate by Texas standards.
Major employers
- ·Hill College
- ·Hillsboro ISD
- ·Outlets at Hillsboro retail
- ·Hill County government
Known neighborhoods
- ·Historic downtown
- ·West Hillsboro
- ·Highway 22 corridor
Best in Hillsboro
Best plans in Hillsboro
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 Hillsboro.
Local guide
About electricity in Hillsboro
Hillsboro is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 8K, 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 Hillsboro 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 Hillsboro?
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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 Hillsboro start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Hillsboro?
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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 Hillsboro?
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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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Hillsboro electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
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1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Hillsboro
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Cheap plans in Hillsboro
Lowest available rates on Oncor
Fixed-rate plans in Hillsboro
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in Hillsboro
No contract, flexible month-to-month
No-deposit plans in Hillsboro
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Best providers in Hillsboro
Top-rated providers serving Oncor
Cheapest providers in Hillsboro
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