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 increased by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days for an average 1,000 kWh home, moving from 14.84¢ to 14.96¢ per kWh. Across the 116 plans in the Greater Houston territory, rates range from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh. The move is small, about $1 per month, but worth watching.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Baytown
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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, Texas residents can choose their electricity provider because of deregulation, which separated electricity generation from the wires and poles that deliver power. 116 plans are available, with prices ranging from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh and an average of 14.96¢. Of these, 109 are fixed-rate plans averaging 14.81¢, and 114 include renewable energy, 22 of them 100% green at an average of 14.95¢. Because 59% of Baytown homes are single-family houses using 1,225 kWh monthly, most households should compare plans in that usage tier. Review contract length, cancellation fees, and the price per kWh before you sign.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN BAYTOWN
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
Discount Power
Bill Credit Bundle 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
20%
3.6
Discount Power
Bill Credit Bundle 24
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
20%
3.6
Cirro Energy
Bill Bonus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
24%
4.0
Cirro Energy
Bill Bonus 24
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
24%
4.0
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Compare electricity plans in Baytown
Based on 77520 ZIP code. 116 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:30 AM CDT on October 24, 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 |
$71.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.1¢
Price per kWh |
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SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.66
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.66
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.70
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Bonus 24 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.70
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 |
$72.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Gexa Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
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Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.9
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.92
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
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 |
$73.20
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
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SimpleSaver 24 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$78.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.8¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN BAYTOWN
Find the right plan for your home
In Baytown, single-family homes make up 59% of housing, with an estimated usage of about 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE's SimpleSaver 9 plan at 9.3¢/kWh works out to roughly $114 monthly. Large apartment complexes (10+ units), which account for about 20% of housing, typically use around 517 kWh per month, where Just Energy's Simple Value – 24 plan at 11.7¢/kWh comes to roughly $61 monthly.
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
109 of 116 Baytown plans are fixed-rate, with the lowest at 7.1¢/kWh and an average of 14.81¢/kWh. Rates stay constant for the contract term, helping households budget through hot, humid summers when air conditioning drives higher kWh usage.
Variable-rate plans
Zero variable-rate or month-to-month plans appear among Baytown's 116 plans, so flexible exit without a contract is unavailable locally. Wholesale-indexed pricing is also absent from the current offerings.
Renewable energy
114 Baytown plans are renewable, with 22 offering 100% green energy, and the average renewable rate is 14.95¢/kWh. The green premium is -0.01¢ relative to the market average, so renewable plans cost about the same as conventional offers.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are listed in Baytown at an average of 19.51¢/kWh, well above the 14.81¢/kWh fixed-rate average. Prepaid accounts require upfront balances and suit households that prefer controlling spending, though they carry a higher per-kWh cost.
Time-of-use plans
Five time-of-use plans in Baytown average 16.41¢/kWh, with rates varying by hour. Peak-period pricing during afternoon heat can raise bills for households running air conditioning, while off-peak hours may lower costs for those who shift laundry and charging.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans, a time-of-use variant, waive energy charges during set overnight and weekend hours. Baytown's summer heat makes weekday afternoon usage costly, so these plans suit households able to shift laundry and EV charging.
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 + 6.5333¢/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 Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest rate available in Baytown is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.1¢/kWh. That is well below the market average of 14.96¢/kWh across the 116 plans currently available to Baytown residents, so comparing options can lead to meaningful savings.
Baytown's hot, humid summers drive high air conditioning use, which raises electricity consumption and bills, especially during peak afternoon hours. Mild winters add less demand. Choosing a plan with predictable rates and reviewing usage during summer months can help you manage these seasonal cost swings effectively.
Single-family homes make up 59% of Baytown housing, and most of these homes use about 1225 kWh monthly. A 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended for these households. Among the 114 green energy plans, pricing is nearly identical to average, so you can choose renewable power without a meaningful cost penalty.
Start by comparing plans, since the lowest current rate of 7.1¢/kWh is far under the 14.96¢/kWh market average. Then reduce summer cooling costs by setting your thermostat higher, sealing air leaks, and running major appliances during off-peak hours to cut consumption.
NEARBY METROS
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