ELECTRICITY RATES IN CORPUS CHRISTI
Corpus Christi Electricity Rates and Plans
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CORPUS CHRISTI
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN CORPUS CHRISTI
Corpus Christi Electricity Guide
Corpus Christi electricity prices have increased by 0.2¢ over the past 7 days, translating to about $2/month for an average 1000 kWh home. With 113 plans available ranging from 8.78¢ to 23.54¢ per kWh, the market remains competitive. The uptick is modest, but we’re tracking whether this trend continues or stabilizes in the coming weeks.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Corpus Christi
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the AEP Texas Central utility region, which Corpus Christi is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN CORPUS CHRISTI
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi residents benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, allowing them to choose from 113 available plans with rates ranging from 8.78¢ to 23.54¢ per kWh. The market offers 103 fixed-rate plans and 111 renewable energy options, including 24 plans with 100% green energy. Since 65% of Corpus Christi homes are single-family residences averaging 1,225 kWh monthly, most residents should compare plans at the 1,000 or 2,000 kWh usage levels to find accurate pricing. With renewable energy plans priced competitively at an average of 16.04¢/kWh, going green costs virtually the same as conventional electricity.
Compare All PlansMARCH 16, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN CORPUS CHRISTI
4Change Energy
Maxx Saver Value 6
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
3%
4.8
APGE
SimpleSaver 15
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
Just Energy
Smart Choice – 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
31%
4.4
APGE
SimpleSaver 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
APGE
SimpleSaver 7
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
5%
4.5
Frontier Utilities
Frontier Saver Plus 12
Monthly
estimated bill
Price per kWh
1000 kWh
Term length
Fixed rate
30%
4.8
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Corpus Christi
Based on 78373 ZIP code. 113 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:34 AM CDT on March 16, 2026.
| Provider | Plan Details | Term | Monthly Bill | Rate per kWh | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Maxx Saver Value 6 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 6 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$87.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.8¢
Price per kWh |
|
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SimpleSaver 15 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 15 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$89.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.9¢
Price per kWh |
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Smart Choice – 12 31%
4.4
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$89.83
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
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SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$89.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
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|
SimpleSaver 7 5%
4.5
|
Fixed Rate 7 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$90.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.0¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Frontier Saver Plus 12 30%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$91.33
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$91.33
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.1¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.8
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$91.92
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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Maxx Saver Value 24 3%
4.8
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$92.22
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.2¢
Price per kWh |
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Smart Choice – 24 31%
4.4
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$95.80
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.6¢
Price per kWh |
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Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.7
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$96.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.7¢
Price per kWh |
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|
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Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.7
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$96.62
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
9.7¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN CORPUS CHRISTI
Find the right plan for your home
Most Corpus Christi residents live in single-family homes averaging 2,261 sq ft with typical usage around 1,225 kWh per month, where 4Change Energy's Maxx Saver Value 6 currently offers the lowest rate at 11.0¢/kWh (~$135/mo). The city's smaller apartments, which represent 17% of housing, use considerably less at approximately 583 kWh monthly, with Energy Texas's Texas Bright 12 plan providing the best rate at 15.0¢/kWh (~$88/mo).
Single-family homes
65% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
17% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
13% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Corpus Christi, TX (134,981 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 Corpus Christi
Fixed-rate plans
Corpus Christi residents can choose from 103 fixed-rate plans with prices ranging from 8.78¢ to over 20¢ per kWh. Your rate stays constant regardless of summer heat waves or market fluctuations.
Variable-rate plans
No month-to-month plans are currently available in the Corpus Christi market. These plans typically adjust rates monthly based on wholesale energy costs and are less common in coastal Texas markets.
Renewable energy
Corpus Christi offers 111 renewable plans, including 24 that are 100% green energy. At 16.04¢ average, green plans cost just 0.03¢ more than the market average, reflecting Texas's abundant wind resources.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid electricity options average 18.92¢ per kWh in Corpus Christi. You pay before using power and avoid deposits or credit checks, with usage monitoring to manage coastal humidity and air conditioning costs.
Time-of-use plans
Eight time-of-use plans average 18.67¢ per kWh with rates varying by hour. Beneficial for Corpus Christi residents who can shift cooling and major appliance use outside peak afternoon hours.
Free nights & weekends
These plans offer no-cost electricity during designated overnight and weekend hours. Suitable for Corpus Christi households that can run pool pumps, charge vehicles, or cool homes during free periods.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Corpus Christi.
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 1-866-223-8508. Report online.
TDU Delivery Charges
$3.24/month base charge + 6.0592¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from AEP Texas Central are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Corpus Christi
As of March 16th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Corpus Christi is 4Change Energy's Maxx Saver Value 6 at 8.78¢/kWh. This is significantly below the market average of 16.07¢/kWh, with 113 total plans currently available to residents.
Corpus Christi's hot, humid coastal climate drives higher electricity consumption, especially during summer months. Most single-family homes use approximately 1,225 kWh monthly for air conditioning and cooling. Coastal breezes can help reduce cooling costs compared to inland Texas cities.
For Corpus Christi's dominant single-family homes (65% of housing), a 2000 kWh plan tier is recommended based on typical monthly usage of 1,225 kWh. This provides buffer for high-usage summer months while optimizing rate pricing for most households.
Switch to competitive rates like 4Change Energy's 8.78¢/kWh plan versus the 16.07¢/kWh average. Service ceiling fans to maximize coastal breezes, maintain AC systems regularly, and consider green energy plans, which cost essentially the same with 111 options available.
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