ELECTRICITY RATES IN BAYTOWN
Baytown Electricity Rates and Plans
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BAYTOWN
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN BAYTOWN
Baytown Electricity Guide
Baytown electricity prices have remained essentially flat over the past 7 days, holding steady at 15.17¢/kWh for an average 1000 kWh home. With 120 plans available ranging from 7.18¢ to 23.58¢ per kWh, the market is competitive but stable. We’re tracking the data daily to catch any shifts in pricing trends.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Baytown
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the CenterPoint Energy utility region, which Baytown is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN BAYTOWN
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Baytown
Baytown residents benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, allowing them to choose from over 120 plans across multiple retail providers. The market offers 111 fixed-rate plans averaging 14.96¢/kWh, with rates ranging from 7.18¢ to 23.58¢ per kWh. For environmentally conscious consumers, 118 renewable options are available, including 23 plans offering 100% green energy. Since 59% of Baytown households are single-family homes averaging 1,225 kWh monthly, most residents should compare plans at the 1,000 or 2,000 kWh usage levels to find accurate pricing for their consumption patterns.
Compare All PlansMAY 02, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN BAYTOWN
APGE
SimpleSaver 14
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 8
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
Just Energy
Smart Choice – 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
31%
4.5
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.8
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Compare electricity plans in Baytown
Based on 77520 ZIP code. 120 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:33 AM CDT on May 02, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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SimpleSaver 14 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 14 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$71.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 8 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 8 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$71.89
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Smart Choice – 12 31%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.89
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.79
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.79
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.79
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.77
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Bill Bonus 24 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.77
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
SimpleSaver 24 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$74.87
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$74.87
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.5¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN BAYTOWN
Find the right plan for your home
Most Baytown residents live in single-family homes averaging 2,261 square feet with typical usage around 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE's SimpleSaver 14 currently offers the lowest rate at 9.4¢/kWh (~$115/month). About 20% of residents live in larger apartment complexes with average usage of 517 kWh monthly, where the same provider's Rent Simple Saver 14 plan prices at 13.2¢/kWh (~$68/month).
Single-family homes
59% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
20% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
12% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Baytown, TX (33,865 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 Baytown
Fixed-rate plans
Lock in your electricity rate for the contract term. Baytown has 111 fixed-rate options, with the lowest rate at 7.18¢/kWh and an average of 14.96¢/kWh. Protects against price fluctuations during hot Gulf Coast summers.
Variable-rate plans
Currently no variable-rate or month-to-month plans are available in Baytown. These plans typically allow cancellation without penalties but rates fluctuate monthly based on wholesale energy costs and market conditions.
Renewable energy
Baytown offers 118 renewable energy plans, including 23 that are 100% green. The average rate is 15.15¢/kWh, just 0.02¢ below the market average, making clean energy accessible without significant cost premium.
Prepaid plans
Pay for electricity before you use it with 2 prepaid options in Baytown, averaging 18.03¢/kWh. No deposit or credit check required. Monitor daily usage to manage costs during humid summer months with high AC demand.
Time-of-use plans
Seven time-of-use plans are available in Baytown, averaging 17.66¢/kWh. Rates vary by time of day. Beneficial if you can shift heavy electricity usage away from peak afternoon hours when Gulf Coast heat drives demand.
Free nights & weekends
These plans offer free electricity during designated overnight or weekend hours. Suitable for Baytown residents who can run AC, laundry, and appliances during off-peak times to offset higher daytime rates in this plan structure.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Baytown.
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 1-800-332-7143. Text “OUT” to 50123. Report online.
TDU Delivery Charges
$4.90/month base charge + 4.9993¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from CenterPoint Energy are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Baytown
As of May 2nd, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Baytown is APGE's SimpleSaver 14 at 7.18¢/kWh, significantly below the market average of 15.17¢/kWh. With 120 plans available, Baytown residents have excellent opportunities to save on electricity costs.
Baytown's hot, humid Gulf Coast climate drives high cooling demands, with typical single-family homes using around 1225 kWh monthly. Summer air conditioning significantly increases electricity consumption, making it crucial to compare rates among the 120 available plans to minimize seasonal cost spikes.
Since 59% of Baytown housing consists of single-family homes averaging 1225 kWh monthly usage, residents should choose plans optimized for the 2000 kWh tier. This ensures the best rate structure for typical consumption patterns in Baytown's predominantly residential neighborhoods.
Switch to competitive plans like APGE's SimpleSaver 14 at 7.18¢/kWh versus the 15.17¢/kWh average. Consider green energy plans—118 available options actually cost 0.02¢ less than average. Optimize AC usage during Baytown's hot summers to control consumption costs.
NEARBY METROS
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