ELECTRICITY RATES IN SWEETWATER
Sweetwater Electricity Rates and Plans
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SWEETWATER
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN SWEETWATER
Sweetwater Electricity Guide
Sweetwater electricity prices have decreased by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days, or about $1/month for an average 1,000 kWh home. Across 112 available plans in North Texas, rates range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, with an average market rate of 15.27¢. Term length and plan type matter as much as the headline rate. We don’t have a crystal ball, but we’re tracking it closely.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Sweetwater
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Sweetwater is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN SWEETWATER
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Sweetwater
Texas deregulation means Sweetwater residents can choose their electricity provider and plan, while the wires and meter service remain with a regulated local utility. Right now, 112 plans are available in the area, priced from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, with an average of 15.27¢. The market 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 variable-rate plans. Because 73% of Sweetwater homes are single-family houses using roughly 1,225 kWh per month, most residents should compare plans at that usage level.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 22, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN SWEETWATER
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 Sweetwater
Based on 79556 ZIP code. 112 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:37 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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|
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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 |
|
|
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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 |
|
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|
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 |
|
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|
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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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
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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
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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 SWEETWATER
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 73% of Sweetwater 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 per month. Small apartment buildings (2-9 units), which account for 15% of housing, use about 583 kWh per month, and at that level APGE Rent Simple Saver 9 at 12.0¢/kWh comes to roughly $70 per month.
Single-family homes
73% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
15% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
6% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Sweetwater, TX (5,172 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 Sweetwater
Fixed-rate plans
Sweetwater has 106 fixed-rate plans among 112 total, with prices starting at 7.2¢/kWh and an average of 15.16¢/kWh. Locked rates keep monthly costs predictable during hot West Texas summers when air conditioning drives higher usage.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are currently listed for Sweetwater among the 112 plans in the market. Rates on these plans would move with wholesale prices, so bills could change from month to month during summer peaks.
Renewable energy
Sweetwater has 110 renewable energy plans, 22 of which are 100% green, averaging 15.25¢/kWh. Green premium sits at -0.02¢ relative to the market average, so these plans cost about the same as conventional offers.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are available in Sweetwater, averaging 19.68¢/kWh, which is higher than the other plan types listed here. Prepaid service requires paying for electricity in advance, which lets households track usage closely during hot summer months.
Time-of-use plans
Sweetwater has 4 time-of-use plans averaging 15.96¢/kWh, with rates that vary by hour of day. Households running air conditioning or appliances during peak afternoon and evening hours may pay more than on fixed-rate contracts.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans set certain overnight and weekend hours at no energy charge. In Sweetwater, they may suit households that run laundry, dishwashers, or EV charging off-peak, though terms vary by provider.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Sweetwater.
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 Sweetwater
As of Oct 22nd, 2026, the cheapest rate in Sweetwater is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh, well below the market average of 15.27¢/kWh across 112 available plans. Compare options to find the best fit for your usage.
Sweetwater's hot, dry summers push air conditioning use sharply higher, which raises kWh consumption and bills during peak months. Mild winters help somewhat. Choosing a plan with predictable pricing can soften seasonal spikes, and the 7.2¢/kWh SimpleSaver 9 plan keeps base costs low.
Single-family homes make up 73% of Sweetwater housing, and most use around 1225 kWh monthly. We recommend the 2000 kWh tier, which covers typical usage with room for seasonal peaks. Since 110 of 112 plans are green energy, you can pick renewable power at nearly the market average price.
Switching to a lower-rate plan such as SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh is the biggest lever. Also, run air conditioning efficiently, use smart thermostats, and shift heavy appliance use off peak hours. Track monthly usage against your roughly 1225 kWh average to spot waste.
NEARBY METROS
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Sweetwater shoppers often compare plans in nearby Texas metros — rates, providers, and plan types can differ just a few miles away.
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