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 0.2¢ over the past 7 days, translating to about $2/month for an average household using 1,000 kWh. With 111 plans available ranging from 8.35¢ to 23.16¢ per kWh, the market remains competitive. The uptick is modest, but worth monitoring to see if it continues or stabilizes.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Arlington
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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 benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, giving you direct choice among competing retail providers. Currently, 111 plans are available with rates ranging from 8.35¢ to 23.16¢ per kWh. You’ll find 101 fixed-rate plans offering price stability, 109 renewable energy options (including 24 that are 100% green), and 8 time-of-use plans for flexible usage. Since 60% of Arlington homes are single-family residences averaging 1,225 kWh monthly, most residents should compare plans at the 1,000 or 2,000 kWh usage tier to find accurate pricing for their situation.
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Based on 76001 ZIP code. 111 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:34 AM CDT on March 16, 2026.
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN ARLINGTON
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Arlington's housing is dominated by single-family homes (60% of stock) averaging 2,261 square feet and using approximately 1,225 kWh monthly, where 4Change Energy's Maxx Saver Value 6 currently offers the lowest rate at 10.6¢/kWh (~$129/mo). Large apartment complexes represent 18% of housing with significantly lower usage around 517 kWh/month, where APGE's Rent Simple Saver 15 provides competitive pricing at 14.7¢/kWh (~$76/mo).
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 March 16th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Arlington is 8.35¢/kWh from 4Change Energy's Maxx Saver Value 6 plan. This is significantly below the market average of 15.85¢/kWh, with 111 total plans available for comparison.
Arlington's hot Texas summers significantly increase electricity usage for air conditioning. Most single-family homes, which represent 60% of Arlington's housing, average around 1,225 kWh monthly. Summer cooling demands can push usage much higher, making competitive rate selection crucial for managing costs.
For Arlington's predominantly single-family homes, a 2000 kWh plan tier is recommended based on typical usage of 1,225 kWh monthly. This allows headroom for summer peaks. With 109 green energy plans available at virtually no premium (-0.03¢), eco-friendly options are highly accessible.
Compare rates regularly among Arlington's 111 available plans to find the best match for your usage. Consider upgrading insulation and using programmable thermostats to reduce your single-family home's typical 1,225 kWh consumption. Switching from the 15.85¢/kWh average to lower-rate plans yields significant savings.




