Electricity Cost in Texas
The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 16.39¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $148 per month or $1770 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
16.39 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$147.51
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1770.12
vs national (monthly)
$-23.85
National avg: 19.04¢/kWh
How Texas Compares
State rate
16.39 ¢/kWh
National average
19.04 ¢/kWh
Difference
-13.9%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Texas costs 14% less than the national average.
- Texas ranks #24 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Texas shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in Texas
Local rate context for major cities in Texas. Figures are modeled estimates for comparison; confirm rates with your utility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Texas?
- The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 16.39 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $147.51.
- Is electricity in Texas cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Texas costs about $23.85 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Texas?
- At the average rate of 16.39¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $147.51 per month, or about $1770.12 per year.