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 decreased by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days for an average sized home, moving from 15.35¢ to 15.26¢ per kWh. That’s roughly a $1/month drop for the average family. Across North Texas, 112 plans currently range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, with an average market rate of 15.27¢. Term length, plan type, and provider all drive that spread, so compare carefully before switching.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Gainesville
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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
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Texas deregulation lets Gainesville residents choose their electricity provider and plan, while the local utility still handles delivery and outages. Right now 112 plans are available, priced from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh with an average of 15.27¢. The mix includes 106 fixed-rate plans, 110 renewable energy options (22 of them 100% green), 4 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid plans, with no month-to-month variable-rate plans. Because 73% of local homes are single-family houses using about 1,225 kWh per month, most residents should compare plans at that usage level, since the per-kWh rate has the greatest effect at higher consumption.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 22, 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. 112 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:35 AM CDT on October 22, 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 |
|
|
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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 |
|
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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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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 square feet and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE's SimpleSaver 9 plan at 9.4¢/kWh works out to roughly $115 monthly. Small apartment buildings (2-9 units), which account for 14% of housing and use about 583 kWh per month, align with APGE's Rent Simple Saver 9 plan at 12.0¢/kWh, or roughly $70 per month.
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
Gainesville has 106 fixed-rate plans, starting at 7.2¢/kWh with a 15.16¢/kWh average. Fixed rates hold the same per-kWh price for the contract term, keeping bills predictable through hot North Texas summers when air conditioning drives usage.
Variable-rate plans
Gainesville currently lists no variable-rate or month-to-month plans, so the market average of 0¢/kWh reflects an absence of listings rather than a price. Customers seeking rates that move with wholesale conditions should compare the 112 plans currently in the market.
Renewable energy
110 renewable energy plans are listed in Gainesville, averaging 15.25¢/kWh, and 22 are 100% green. Green premiums average -0.02¢/kWh relative to the market average, so renewable plans cost about the same as conventional offerings in this area.
Prepaid plans
Gainesville lists 2 prepaid plans averaging 19.68¢/kWh, well above the 15.16¢/kWh fixed-rate average. Prepaid plans require payment before service is used, and with few listings, options are limited for households managing summer cooling costs.
Time-of-use plans
Gainesville has 4 time-of-use plans averaging 15.96¢/kWh, with rates varying by hour. Households that run dishwashers, laundry, or EV charging outside peak afternoon hours may benefit, while heavy weekday afternoon air conditioning use may raise costs.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans typically charge no per-kWh rate during set off-peak windows, so usage shifted to those hours carries no energy charge. In Gainesville's hot summers, overnight and weekend cooling demand determines whether this structure fits a household.
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 22nd, 2026, the lowest rate in Gainesville is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh, well below the market average of 15.27¢/kWh. With 112 total plans available, comparing options can help you lock in savings.
Gainesville's hot Texas summers push air conditioning use sharply higher, often making summer the costliest season for households. Heating needs in winter add further demand. Because most homes use about 1225 kWh monthly, weather-driven swings can noticeably change bills, so planning for peak months helps.
With single-family homes making up 73% of Gainesville housing and typical usage near 1225 kWh monthly, a 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended. Among 110 green energy plans, choose one that fits your usage, and remember that green plans average only 0.02¢ above the 15.27¢/kWh market average.
To lower your Gainesville electricity bill, compare plans among the 112 available options, starting with APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh. Raise thermostat settings in summer, use ceiling fans, and run appliances during off-peak hours. Small changes add up over 1225 kWh monthly.
NEARBY METROS
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