ELECTRICITY RATES IN GALVESTON
Galveston Electricity Rates and Plans
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ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN GALVESTON
Galveston Electricity Guide
Galveston electricity prices have risen by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days, from an average of 14.84¢ to 14.96¢ per kWh for a 1,000 kWh home. That’s about $1 more per month. Rates currently range from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ across 116 plans in the Greater Houston territory, so plan structure matters. We’ll keep tracking where the market heads next.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Galveston
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the CenterPoint Energy utility region, which Galveston is geographically located in.
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Texas deregulated its electricity market in 2002, which means Galveston residents choose their own retail electricity provider while the local utility continues to deliver power and handle outages. Currently 116 plans are available, including 109 fixed-rate plans, 114 renewable energy options, 5 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid plans, with rates ranging from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh and an average of 14.96¢. Because 57% of Galveston homes are single-family houses using roughly 1,225 kWh per month, most households should compare quotes at that usage level. Review the contract length, early termination fee, and rate structure before you enroll.
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Based on 77550 ZIP code. 116 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:31 AM CDT on October 24, 2026.
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN GALVESTON
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In Galveston, single-family homes make up 57% of housing, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and monthly usage near 1,225 kWh, where APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 9.3¢/kWh (about $114/month) is the lowest-cost option among the plans compared. Large apartment buildings (10+ units), which account for 24% of housing and use roughly 517 kWh per month, are better served by Just Energy's Simple Value – 24 at 11.7¢/kWh (about $61/month).
Single-family homes
57% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
24% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
16% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Galveston, TX (34,921 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 Galveston.
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 Galveston
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the cheapest electricity rate in Galveston is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.1¢/kWh, well below the market average of 14.96¢/kWh. Galveston residents can compare among 116 available plans, 114 of which are green energy options.
Galveston's hot, humid summers drive air conditioning use, often pushing monthly consumption well above typical levels and raising bills. Coastal storms and hurricane season can also cause outages and damage. Choosing a plan with predictable rates can help households budget through seasonal spikes.
With 57% of Galveston homes being single-family and most using about 1,225 kWh monthly, a 2000 kWh tier plan is recommended. Since 114 of 116 plans are green and priced nearly identical to the 14.96¢/kWh average, you can choose green energy without paying a premium.
Lower your bill in Galveston by shifting heavy appliance use like laundry and dishwashing to off-peak hours, setting thermostats a few degrees higher in summer, and sealing windows and doors. Also compare plans each year, since switching from average pricing to the 7.1¢/kWh lowest rate can save significantly.
NEARBY METROS
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