ELECTRICITY RATES IN GAINESVILLE
Gainesville Electricity Rates and Plans
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GAINESVILLE
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN GAINESVILLE
Gainesville Electricity Guide
Gainesville electricity prices have risen 0.1¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1,000 kWh home, from 15.15¢ to 15.26¢ per kWh. Across 115 plans in North Texas, rates range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, with an average market rate of 15.26¢. That spread is wide, so term length and plan type matter as much as the headline price. We’ll keep tracking these trends.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Gainesville
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Gainesville is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN GAINESVILLE
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Gainesville
Texas deregulation means Gainesville residents choose their electricity provider and plan, while a regulated utility still delivers power and maintains the lines. Currently 115 plans are available, including 109 fixed-rate plans averaging 15.15¢/kWh, 113 renewable energy plans with 22 at 100% green, 2 prepaid plans, and 4 time-of-use plans. Because 73% of Gainesville homes are single-family residences using about 1225 kWh per month, most households should compare plans priced for that usage tier. No variable-rate plans are currently offered, so each standard option locks in a price for its contract term.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN GAINESVILLE
APGE
SimpleSaver 9
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.7
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.7
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.7
Gexa Energy
Gexa Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.7
Gexa Energy
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
100%
4.7
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.9
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Gainesville
Based on 76240 ZIP code. 115 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:31 AM CDT on October 24, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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SimpleSaver 9 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 9 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.9
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$74.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 8 3%
4.9
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Fixed Rate 8 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$75.38
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$76.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$76.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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SimpleSaver 24 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$77.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Power Plus – 12 26%
4.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$84.73
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN GAINESVILLE
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 73% of Gainesville housing, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE SimpleSaver 9 at 9.4¢/kWh works out to roughly $115 monthly. For the 14% of residents in small apartment buildings (2-9 units), estimated usage is about 583 kWh per month, and APGE Rent Simple Saver 9 at 11.7¢/kWh comes to roughly $68 per month at that level.
Single-family homes
73% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
14% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
10% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Gainesville, TX (7,263 total housing units). Energy estimates based on EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), West South Central region.
TYPES OF ENERGY PLANS
Electricity plan types available in Gainesville
Fixed-rate plans
Fixed-rate plans lock a per-kWh price for the contract term, so bills stay constant despite wholesale swings. Gainesville has 109 of the 115 listed plans, with the cheapest at 7.2¢/kWh and an average of 15.15¢/kWh.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are currently listed among the 115 Gainesville plans, so no listed rate adjusts with wholesale prices. Households seeking this structure would need to check with individual providers directly.
Renewable energy
Renewable energy plans make up 113 of the 115 Gainesville listings, and 22 are 100% green. Green plans average 15.24¢/kWh, and the green premium is listed as -0.02¢ relative to the market average.
Prepaid plans
Prepaid plans require payment before service is used, and two are offered in Gainesville at an average of 19.68¢/kWh. Customers can monitor balances to avoid disconnection during high-demand summer months when cooling loads raise consumption.
Time-of-use plans
Time-of-use plans set different rates by time of day, with four listed in Gainesville averaging 15.96¢/kWh. Rates are typically higher during afternoon and early evening peaks, when Texas summer air conditioning demand is highest.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans charge no per-kWh fee during set off-peak hours, which can suit households that run dishwashers, laundry, or electric vehicle charging overnight. Gainesville's summer heat makes daytime cooling costs a consideration when comparing these offers.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Gainesville.
When looking for your retail electricity provider and choosing an electric plan, there’s a number of factors to keep in mind. You’ll be able to choose a plan that’s best for you if you understand your energy usage and what’s important to you in a provider. Below are a series of tips to help you make the best decision for your household.
Report an Outage
Call 1-888-313-4747. Text “OUT” to 66267. Report online.
TDU Delivery Charges
$4.06/month base charge + 6.8673¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from Oncor Electric Delivery are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Gainesville
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest rate in Gainesville is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh. That is well below the market average of 15.26¢/kWh, and Gainesville shoppers can choose from 115 available plans.
Gainesville's hot summers drive air conditioning use, which is the biggest driver of higher bills during peak months. Since most homes use about 1225 kWh monthly, cooling demand can push usage well above that. Choosing a plan with stable rates helps manage summer swings.
Single-family homes make up 73% of Gainesville housing and typically use about 1225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended for these households, offering room for seasonal peaks. With 113 of 115 plans offering green energy, eco-friendly choices cost nearly the same as average.
Switching from the average 15.26¢/kWh to APGE's 7.2¢/kWh plan could significantly cut costs on 1225 kWh monthly. Compare plans across the market, set your thermostat higher during summer, and use LED bulbs and efficient appliances. Review contract terms to avoid unexpected fees.
NEARBY METROS
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