Electricity plans in Richardson
Compare 117+ plans by true cost from providers serving Richardson. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated August 2026
Richardson fast facts
- County
- Dallas County
- Population
- 120K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75080
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Richardson
What you're shopping for power in.
Richardson is an inner-ring Dallas suburb anchored by the Telecom Corridor (Texas Instruments' main campus, AT&T legacy facilities) and the University of Texas at Dallas. Strong schools, urban-feel mixed-use redevelopment around Galatyn Park.
Climate & bill pattern
DFW continental climate.
Wide range — 1,500 sq ft 1970s ranchers near downtown, 2,800+ sq ft new builds in Bush Highway corridor.
Major employers
- ·Texas Instruments
- ·UT Dallas
- ·AT&T (Telecom Corridor)
- ·Bank of America (regional ops)
- ·Richardson ISD
Known neighborhoods
- ·Canyon Creek
- ·Heights Park
- ·Bush/Central Expressway corridor
- ·Cottonwood Heights
Best in Richardson
Best plans in Richardson
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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Local guide
About electricity in Richardson
Richardson is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 120K, 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 Richardson 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 Richardson?
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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 Richardson start around 7.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Richardson?
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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 Richardson?
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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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