Electricity plans in Texas City
Compare 120+ plans by true cost from providers serving Texas City. Find the right rate for your home.
Live Texas rates, updated June 2026
Texas City fast facts
- County
- Galveston County
- Population
- 51K
- TDU
- TNMP
- Sample ZIP
- 77590
- TNMP outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-866-7456
About Texas City
What you're shopping for power in.
Texas City is a major Galveston County refining city — Marathon, Valero, and BASF all run plants here. The 2005 BP refinery explosion is part of the city's modern history.
Climate & bill pattern
Gulf Coast humid subtropical climate with hurricane exposure.
Mix of mid-century industrial housing (1,400-1,800 sq ft) and newer Lago Mar builds; AC season runs 9 months.
Major employers
- ·Marathon Petroleum
- ·Valero
- ·BASF
- ·Texas City ISD
- ·College of the Mainland
Known neighborhoods
- ·Lago Mar
- ·Pinehurst
- ·Westside
- ·Bayou Vista (adjacent)
Best in Texas City
Best plans in Texas City
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
SimpleSaver 13
The Lone Saver Plus 12
Rhythm Max Saver 12
SimpleSaver 12
Smart Choice - 12
Maxx Saver Value 12
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Texas City
Texas City is served by TNMP as the local TDU. With a population of 51K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 120+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the TNMP grid.
The average all-in rate in Texas City is currently 14.9¢/kWh 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 Texas City?
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Approximately 14.9¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the TNMP grid span a wide range depending on type and term — the lowest competitive rates available statewide start around 9.0¢/kWh.
Who is the TDU for Texas City?
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TNMP 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 Texas City?
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Yes. Choose from 120+ plans available on the TNMP 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 advertised rate at 2,000 kWh. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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