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South Houston, Texas · CenterPoint territory

Electricity plans in South Houston

Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving South Houston. Find the right rate for your home.

Live Texas rates, updated August 2026

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Average rate

14.4¢

per kWh

Plans

118+

on your meter

Population

—

Harris County

Utility

CenterPoint

South Houston fast facts

County: Harris County
TDU: CenterPoint
Sample ZIP: 77587
CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line: 1-800-332-7143

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Best in South Houston

Best plans in South Houston

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

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Provider & Plan

Rate

Term

Monthly @ 1,000

Score

Best rate

APGE

SimpleSaver 11

Best for South Houston residents

Rate

6.2 ¢/kWh

Term

11 Months fixed

Monthly

$62 at 1,000 kWh

Score

81 /100

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APGE

SimpleSaver 12

Rate

6.3 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$63 at 1,000 kWh

Score

81 /100

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Discount Power

Bill Credit Bundle 12

Rate

6.3 ¢/kWh

Term

12 Months fixed

Monthly

$63 at 1,000 kWh

Score

78 /100

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Discount Power

Bill Credit Bundle 24

Rate

6.3 ¢/kWh

Term

24 Months fixed

Monthly

$63 at 1,000 kWh

Score

78 /100

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4Change Energy

Maxx Saver Value 8

Rate

6.3 ¢/kWh

Term

8 Months fixed

Monthly

$63 at 1,000 kWh

Score

81 /100

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Cirro Energy

Bill Bonus 24

Rate

6.3 ¢/kWh

Term

24 Months fixed

Monthly

$63 at 1,000 kWh

Score

78 /100

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About electricity in South Houston

South Houston is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. It's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 118+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electricity providers serving the CenterPoint grid.

The live plans we list in South Houston average 14.4¢/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 South Houston?

The live plans we list on the CenterPoint grid average 14.4¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates in South Houston start around 6.2¢/kWh.

Who is the TDU for South Houston?

CenterPoint 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 South Houston?

Yes. Choose from 118+ plans available on the CenterPoint 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?

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.