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 risen slightly over the past 7 days, by about 0.1¢ per kWh for an average 1,000 kWh home. That’s roughly a $1 monthly increase, small but worth watching. The market average sits at 15.05¢ per kWh, with 121 plans ranging from 7.0¢ to 22.02¢ across Greater Houston. Term length, plan type, and provider drive that spread, so compare before you commit.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Baytown
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
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
Texas deregulation means Baytown residents choose their own electricity provider and plan, while the local utility still delivers power and handles outages. Shoppers currently face 121 available plans, including 114 fixed-rate plans, 119 renewable energy options, 2 prepaid plans, and 5 time-of-use plans. Rates range from 7.0¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh, with an average of 15.05¢. Because 59% of Baytown homes are single-family houses that use about 1,225 kWh per month, most residents should compare plans at that usage level. Green energy plans average 15.04¢, nearly identical to the market average.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 10, 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
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 Baytown
Based on 77520 ZIP code. 121 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:30 AM CDT on October 10, 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 |
$70.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.0¢
Price per kWh |
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SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$71.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.1¢
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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Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.6
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.86
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
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 |
$72.86
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.90
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.3¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Bonus 24 24%
4.0
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$72.90
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 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 9.2¢/kWh works out to roughly $113 per month. For the 20% of residents living in large apartment complexes (10+ units), estimated usage is about 517 kWh per month, where Just Energy's Simple Value – 24 plan at 12.3¢/kWh comes to roughly $64 per month.
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
The cheapest of Baytown's 114 fixed-rate plans is 7.0¢/kWh, with an average of 14.92¢/kWh. Locked rates stay constant through humid Gulf Coast summers when air conditioning drives peak household usage.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are currently listed for Baytown, so prices cannot shift with wholesale market conditions. Customers needing flexibility during Gulf Coast storm season should compare fixed-rate contract terms and cancellation fees instead.
Renewable energy
Of Baytown's 119 renewable energy plans, 22 are 100% green, averaging 15.04¢/kWh. The green premium is -0.01¢ relative to the market average, so renewable options cost about the same as conventional plans.
Prepaid plans
Baytown has 2 prepaid plans averaging 19.51¢/kWh, above the other listed plan types. Prepaid service requires paying in advance and typically involves no credit check, which can suit households that want to monitor usage closely.
Time-of-use plans
Baytown has 5 time-of-use plans averaging 16.41¢/kWh, with rates that vary by hour. Higher peak-period prices typically fall on weekday evenings, when air conditioning and appliance use peak, so shifting laundry or dishwashing to off-peak hours can lower bills.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans waive per-kWh energy charges during set hours, which may benefit Baytown households that run dishwashers, laundry, or electric vehicle chargers overnight. Savings depend on whether usage falls within those hours.
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 10th, 2026, the cheapest electricity rate in Baytown is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.0¢/kWh. That is well below the market average of 15.05¢/kWh across 121 available plans. Compare options regularly, since rates can change.
Baytown's hot, humid summers drive heavy air conditioning use, which can push monthly consumption well above the typical 1225 kWh for local homes. Gulf Coast storms can also cause outages and price spikes. Running AC efficiently and setting thermostats higher during peak afternoon hours helps control costs.
Single-family homes make up 59% of Baytown housing and typically use about 1225 kWh monthly. Most should consider the 2000 kWh tier. Since 119 of 121 plans are green and priced nearly identical to average, choosing green energy costs little extra.
Switching from average-priced plans to APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.0¢/kWh can cut your rate by more than half compared with the 15.05¢/kWh market average. Also run AC efficiently, use smart thermostats, and seal drafts to reduce your roughly 1225 kWh monthly usage.
NEARBY METROS
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Baytown shoppers often compare plans in nearby Texas metros — rates, providers, and plan types can differ just a few miles away.
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