ELECTRICITY RATES IN WACO
Waco Electricity Rates and Plans
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WACO
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN WACO
Waco Electricity Guide
Waco electricity prices have risen slightly over the past 7 days, edging up 0.1¢ per kWh for a typical 1,000 kWh home. That works out to about $1 more per month. Across 115 available plans, rates range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, a wide spread driven by term length and plan type. We’ll keep tracking these trends and report meaningful shifts.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Waco
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 Waco is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN WACO
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Waco
Texas deregulated its electricity market, so Waco residents choose their own retail provider and plan, while the local utility still delivers power and handles outages. Currently 115 plans are available, including 109 fixed-rate plans, 113 renewable options, 4 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid plans. Fixed-rate plans average 15.15¢ per kWh, and renewable plans average 15.24¢, close to the 15.26¢ market average, with prices ranging from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢. Because 59% of Waco homes are single-family houses using about 1,225 kWh monthly, most residents should compare plans priced at the 1,000 kWh usage tier.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN WACO
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 Waco
Based on 76633 ZIP code. 115 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:33 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 |
|
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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 |
|
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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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|
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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 |
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|
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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 WACO
Find the right plan for your home
In Waco, single-family homes make up 59% of housing, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and monthly usage near 1,225 kWh, where APGE's SimpleSaver 9 plan at 9.4¢/kWh (roughly $115 per month) is the lowest-cost option in our data for that usage level. Large apartment buildings with 10 or more units account for about 21% of housing and typically use around 517 kWh per month, where Just Energy's Simple Value – 24 at 10.9¢/kWh (roughly $56 per month) ranks lowest for that tier.
Single-family homes
59% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
21% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
16% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Waco, TX (60,256 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 Waco
Fixed-rate plans
Waco has 109 fixed-rate plans in the market, with an average price of 15.15¢/kWh and the lowest at 7.2¢/kWh. Rates stay constant for the contract term, which helps households budget through long summer cooling months when usage peaks.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are listed for Waco, so the category average is 0¢/kWh. Prices in such plans follow wholesale market conditions and can change monthly, adding exposure during Central Texas summer demand peaks.
Renewable energy
Waco has 113 renewable energy plans, 22 of which are 100% green, averaging 15.24¢/kWh. The green premium is -0.02¢ relative to the market average, so these plans cost about the same as conventional offerings.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are offered in Waco, averaging 19.68¢/kWh, which is higher than the 15.15¢/kWh fixed-rate average. Prepaid service requires paying in advance and typically suits households wanting spending control, though deposits or top-ups are needed before usage.
Time-of-use plans
Four time-of-use plans in Waco average 15.96¢/kWh and charge different rates by time of day. Households that run air conditioning or appliances during peak afternoon hours in summer may see higher bills, while off-peak usage is priced lower.
Free nights & weekends
Some Waco plans provide free electricity during set overnight or weekend hours, which can offset cooling costs if usage shifts to those periods. Free-hour windows vary by provider, so the terms should be checked against the plan's rate schedule.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Waco.
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 Waco
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest rate available in Waco is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh. That is well below the current market average of 15.26¢/kWh, so Waco shoppers have a strong option to lower their monthly electricity costs.
Waco's hot summers drive up air conditioning use, which is often the largest driver of residential electricity bills. Mild winters help moderate heating demand. Choosing a plan with a competitive rate and managing peak-hour usage can help offset these seasonal swings in your bill.
Single-family homes make up 59% of Waco housing, and most use about 1225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh plan tier is recommended for these homes, giving room for seasonal peaks. With 115 plans available, including 113 green options, comparing tiers is worthwhile.
Start by comparing plans, since the lowest rate of 7.2¢/kWh is far below the 15.26¢/kWh market average. Raise your thermostat in summer, seal drafts, and use ceiling fans. Green plans cost only about 0.02¢ above average, so eco-friendly options remain affordable.
NEARBY METROS
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