Electricity plans in Palestine
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Palestine. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Palestine fast facts
- County
- Anderson County
- Population
- 17K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75801
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Palestine
What you're shopping for power in.
Palestine is the Anderson County seat in deep East Texas — historic railroad town anchored by the Texas State Railroad heritage train operation and a strong oil-and-timber economy.
Climate & bill pattern
Humid subtropical East Texas piney woods climate.
Older mid-century homes (1,400-1,900 sq ft) dominate; piney woods cover modestly reduces evening AC load.
Major employers
- ·Palestine ISD
- ·Palestine Regional Medical Center
- ·CHRISTUS Mother Frances (regional)
- ·Walmart Distribution Center
Known neighborhoods
- ·West Palestine
- ·Old Town
- ·Country Club
Best in Palestine
Best plans in Palestine
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 Palestine.
Local guide
About electricity in Palestine
Palestine is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 17K, 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 Palestine 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 Palestine?
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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 Palestine start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Palestine?
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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 Palestine?
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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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Palestine electricity rates
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Palestine electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
Start service in Palestine
Move-in or first-time customer
Switch providers in Palestine
1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Palestine
Top-ranked by overall score
Cheap plans in Palestine
Lowest available rates on Oncor
Fixed-rate plans in Palestine
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in Palestine
No contract, flexible month-to-month
No-deposit plans in Palestine
Skip the credit check or deposit
Best providers in Palestine
Top-rated providers serving Oncor
Cheapest providers in Palestine
Sorted by lowest available rate
Green providers in Palestine
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