ELECTRICITY RATES IN ARLINGTON
Arlington Electricity Rates and Plans
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ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN ARLINGTON
Arlington Electricity Guide
Arlington electricity prices have increased by 0.8¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1,000 kWh home, rising from 14.59¢ to 15.36¢ per kWh. That works out to about $8 more per month. This week’s range ran from 6.6¢ to 22.57¢, and 120 plans are available across North Texas. Plan structure, term length, and provider all drive where a household lands in that range, so comparing options matters.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Arlington is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN ARLINGTON
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Arlington residents buy electricity from retail providers in a deregulated market, so they choose their own supplier and plan while the local utility continues to deliver power. Right now 120 plans are available, including 114 fixed-rate plans, 118 renewable energy options, 22 of them 100% green, 4 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid plans. Rates range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, with an average of 15.36¢. Because 60% of Arlington homes are single-family houses using about 1,225 kWh per month, most households should compare plans at that usage level.
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Based on 76001 ZIP code. 120 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:30 AM CDT on October 10, 2026.
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN ARLINGTON
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In Arlington, single-family homes make up 60% of housing, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month; at that level, APGE's SimpleSaver 9 plan at 9.4¢/kWh works out to roughly $115 per month based on current pricing. Large apartment complexes (10+ units), which account for 18% of housing, typically use about 517 kWh per month, where Just Energy's Simple Value – 36 plan at 11.5¢/kWh comes to roughly $59 per month.
Single-family homes
60% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
18% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
14% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Arlington, TX (150,519 total housing units). Energy estimates based on EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), West South Central region.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Arlington.
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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Arlington
As of Oct 10th, 2026, the cheapest electricity rate in Arlington is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh, well below the market average of 15.36¢/kWh. Of the 120 available plans, 118 are green energy plans, so you can get low rates alongside renewable options.
Arlington's hot, humid summers drive high air conditioning use, which typically causes the largest spikes in residential electricity bills. Mild winters help somewhat, but cooling demand usually dominates. Choosing a plan with predictable pricing can help you budget for peak summer months.
Most Arlington homes are single-family houses (60% of housing) using roughly 1225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended for these homes, giving room for summer air conditioning peaks. Compare green plans, since 118 of 120 options are green energy plans priced 0.01¢ below the market average.
Lower your Arlington bill by switching to the SimpleSaver 9 plan at 7.2¢/kWh if eligible, comparing plans among the 120 options, and raising your thermostat a few degrees in summer. Using ceiling fans, sealing air leaks, and running appliances off-peak also reduce consumption.
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