Electricity plans in Mesquite
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Mesquite. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Mesquite fast facts
- County
- Dallas County
- Population
- 150K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75149
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Mesquite
What you're shopping for power in.
Mesquite is an established Dallas suburb east of downtown, historically a rodeo town (Mesquite Championship Rodeo) and home to Eastfield College. More affordable than the north Dallas suburbs.
Climate & bill pattern
DFW continental climate.
Most homes are 1960s-90s construction at 1,400-2,000 sq ft; older insulation drives higher bills per sq ft than newer-build suburbs.
Major employers
- ·Mesquite ISD
- ·Pilgrim's Pride
- ·Town East Mall
- ·Dallas College Eastfield Campus
- ·Sun Communities
Known neighborhoods
- ·Town East
- ·Galloway
- ·Casa View Heights (Dallas-adjacent)
- ·Heartland
Best in Mesquite
Best plans in Mesquite
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 Mesquite.
Local guide
About electricity in Mesquite
Mesquite is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 150K, 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite?
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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 Mesquite start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Mesquite?
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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 Mesquite?
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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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Fixed-rate plans in Mesquite
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