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This past summer, electricity rates in the Centerpoint service area were the highest in years.

While many Texans still feel the pinch from high summer prices, there is some good news.

Texas electricity prices are expected to remain relatively stable in the months ahead.

Yet, as cooler months approach, energy demand will likely increase, and prices could rise again.

Save money and avoid surprises on your energy bill by enrolling in a fixed-rate electricity plan today.

Take advantage of fixed-rate plans starting at $0.09 per kilowatt-hour.

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CenterPoint Energy Utility Company

What is CenterPoint Energy?

CenterPoint Energy is a Houston-based utility company that offers electricity and natural gas services. For residential and commercial customers, CenterPoint Energy’s gas and electricity products are offered through retail providers. The company received its current name in 2002, though it has connections to the Houston Gas Light Company, which originated in 1866.

CenterPoint Energy’s service areas differ between electric and natural gas products. The company provides electrical service to customers in eastern Texas, including Houston. Customers in portions of Arkansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas receive natural gas service from CenterPoint Energy.

How can I find the best CenterPoint energy electric rates?

There are over 60 electricity providers with hundreds of energy plans to choose from in the Centerpoint Energy service area.

When shopping for the cheapest rate, consider your home’s kilowatt-hour usage. The best way to find the best rate for your Texas home is to compare energy plans according to your usage.

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Electric choice in Texas

Deregulation of energy markets in Texas allows consumer choice over retail energy providers. Customers in the CenterPoint Energy service area work with retail providers to manage accounts and billing. The state’s deregulation law in 2002 opened the doors to dozens of energy providers to compete for customers.

To leverage this power to choose an energy provider, customers do not need to spend hours online searching for quotes. ComparePower gathers all quotes for a customer’s ZIP code into a single search result. This free tool takes care of the work necessary to find the best deal on energy.

CenterPoint Electricity Rates

Compare electricity rates for the Centerpoint Energy service area, which includes Houston and surrounding cities like Spring, The Woodlands, and Humble.

Plan Name	Plan Length	Rate
Constellation - 12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)	12 months	$0.159 / kWh
Constellation - 12 Month Usage Bill Credit	12 months	$0.149 / kWh
Constellation - 36 Month Usage Bill Credit	36 months	$0.149 / kWh
4Change Energy - Cash Money 12	12 months	$0.139 / kWh
4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Select 12	12 months	$0.095 / kWh
4Change Energy - One Rate 12	12 months	$0.159 / kWh
4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Select 24	24 months	$0.094 / kWh
4Change Energy - One Rate 24	24 months	$0.155 / kWh
4Change Energy - Smart Thermostat 24	24 months	$0.139 / kWh
Frontier Utilities - Frontier NHF 12+	12 months	$0.154 / kWh
Frontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Max 12	12 months	$0.203 / kWh
Frontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Plus 12	12 months	$0.095 / kWh
Frontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Value 12	12 months	$0.170 / kWh
Gexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Advantage 12	12 months	$0.200 / kWh
Gexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Lite 12	12 months	$0.170 / kWh
Gexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12	12 months	$0.095 / kWh
Gexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Premium 12	12 months	$0.203 / kWh
Discount Power - Wise Buy 24	24 months	$0.132 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Basic Power 12 plan	12 months	$0.158 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Conservation 12 plan	12 months	$0.169 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Basic Power 24 plan	24 months	$0.152 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Conservation 24 plan	24 months	$0.159 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Truly Free Weekends 100% Solar 12 plan	12 months	$0.178 / kWh
Reliant - Reliant Truly Free Nights 100% Solar 12 plan	12 months	$0.178 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Fixed 12	12 months	$0.140 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Fixed 24	24 months	$0.139 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Fixed 36	36 months	$0.138 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Nights 12	12 months	$0.167 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Weekends 12	12 months	$0.148 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Nights 24	24 months	$0.165 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Weekends 24	24 months	$0.147 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Nights 36	36 months	$0.164 / kWh
Pulse Power - Free Energy Weekends 36	36 months	$0.146 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Green Fixed 12	12 months	$0.144 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Green Fixed 24	24 months	$0.143 / kWh
Pulse Power - Texas Green Fixed 36	36 months	$0.143 / kWh
Payless Power - Simple 6	6 months	$0.153 / kWh
Payless Power - Premier 12	12 months	$0.152 / kWh
New Power Texas - New Fixed 12	12 months	$0.142 / kWh
New Power Texas - New Fixed 24	24 months	$0.141 / kWh
New Power Texas - New Fixed 36	36 months	$0.140 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon1000 12	12 months	$0.100 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon2000 12	12 months	$0.201 / kWh
Flagship Power - Schooner 12	12 months	$0.143 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon1000 24	24 months	$0.098 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon2000 24	24 months	$0.198 / kWh
Flagship Power - Schooner 24	24 months	$0.140 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon1000 36	36 months	$0.096 / kWh
Flagship Power - Galleon2000 36	36 months	$0.197 / kWh
Flagship Power - Schooner 36	36 months	$0.139 / kWh
Flagship Power - Cruiser 12	12 months	$0.142 / kWh
Flagship Power - Weekender 12	12 months	$0.142 / kWh
Flagship Power - Cruiser 24	24 months	$0.140 / kWh
Flagship Power - Weekender 24	24 months	$0.139 / kWh
Flagship Power - Cruiser 36	36 months	$0.139 / kWh
Flagship Power - Weekender 36	36 months	$0.137 / kWh
Flagship Power - Windsurfer 12	12 months	$0.146 / kWh
Flagship Power - Windsurfer 24	24 months	$0.144 / kWh
Flagship Power - Windsurfer 36	36 months	$0.142 / kWh

These live rates for CENTERPOINT ENERGY HOUSTON ELECTRIC LLC service area were updated on March 15, 2023 at 6:29 pm CST. Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

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CenterPoint Energy Customer Support

New service applicants, current customers, and others looking for CenterPoint Energy can contact the customer support team Monday through Friday.

CenterPoint Energy features an online account option for current customers with 24-hour self-service features.

Questions about electricity service can be answered by calling 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143.

CenterPoint Energy offers dedicated customer service numbers for electricity theft at 713-207-7225 or 877-570-5770.

CenterPoint Energy works with a customer’s retail energy provider to facilitate account setup or transfers following account setup. For an address with an existing meter, CenterPoint Energy switches over service once it receives a request from a retail energy provider.

CenterPoint Energy requires a permit for the customer’s property and a service request for any property not already served by the utility.

CenterPoint Energy power outage

CenterPoint Energy’s Electric Outage Center is specifically for customers who experience service disruption.

This center features an outage tracker, a percentage of customers with functioning electrical power, and safety tips.

CenterPoint Energy service area residents living in Houston and surrounding suburbs, such as Alvin, Katy, Sugar Land, Humble, and more, can report a power outage by calling 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143.

The Electric Outage Center features additional tools for customers who want to prepare for outages. CenterPoint Energy prompts customers to sign up for no-cost outage alerts via email and text. Customers can look at CenterPoint Energy’s tweets for tips or instructions on localized outages.

CenterPoint Electricity Providers

Instantly enroll for service with great electricity providers such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, Green Mountain, and more.

Click on the provider of your choice to view rates, learn more, or sign up.

Energy Companies	Phone Number
4Change Energy	888-250-2215
Amigo Energy	866-993-4445
Cirro Energy	866-965-5600
Constellation	877-390-0411
Direct Energy	866-285-4447
Discount Power	866-996-1740
Flagship Power	866-747-7111
Frontier Utilities	866-280-3131
Gexa Energy	888-688-8460
Green Mountain	866-983-4770
Just Energy	866-985-2820
New Power Texas	888-316-0697
Payless Power	855-854-8490
Pulse Power	888-317-1431
Reliant	866-983-4620
TXU Energy	866-370-2440
Tara Energy	877-599-2580

Electricity Rates Near You

Compare electricity rates in your city to find the right energy plan for your home.

City	Lowest Rate
Houston	9.40¢/kWh
Dallas	8.90¢/kWh
Arlington	8.90¢/kWh
Corpus Christi	9.70¢/kWh
Plano	8.90¢/kWh
Laredo	9.70¢/kWh
Garland	8.90¢/kWh
Irving	8.90¢/kWh
Katy	9.40¢/kWh
Grand Prairie	8.90¢/kWh

The pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.

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