Electricity plans in Hillsboro
Compare 116+ plans by true cost from providers serving Hillsboro. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated November 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
Electricity and living in Hillsboro.
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 9
SimpleSaver 12
Saver Plus 12
Eco Saver Plus 12
Saver Plus 12
The Lone Saver Plus 20
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 116+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the Oncor grid.
The live plans we list in Hillsboro average 15.0¢/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 15.0¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in Hillsboro start around 7.2¢/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 116+ 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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Move-in or first-time customer
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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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No-deposit providers in Hillsboro
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