ELECTRICITY RATES IN RICHARDSON
Richardson Electricity Rates and Plans
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RICHARDSON
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN RICHARDSON
Richardson Electricity Guide
Richardson electricity prices have risen by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days, with the average rate now at 15.26¢/kWh for a typical 1,000 kWh home. That’s roughly $1 more per month. Across North Texas, 115 plans currently range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh. Term length and plan type drive much of that spread, and we’ll keep watching the trend.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Richardson
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Richardson is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN RICHARDSON
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Richardson
Texas deregulated its electricity market in 1999, so Richardson residents choose their own retail provider, while the local utility delivers power and maintains the lines. Currently 115 plans are available, including 109 fixed-rate plans, 113 renewable energy plans, 2 prepaid options, and 4 time-of-use plans, with no variable-rate plans offered. Prices range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh, averaging 15.26¢. Because 54% of local homes are single-family residences using roughly 1,225 kWh per month, most households should compare plans at that usage level, while apartment residents using about 517 kWh per month should focus on the lower tier.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN RICHARDSON
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 Richardson
Based on 75080 ZIP code. 115 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:33 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 |
$72.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.2¢
Price per kWh |
|
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SimpleSaver 12 5%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.00
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 |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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Gexa Saver Plus 12 30%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
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Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 100%
4.7
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$73.93
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 12 3%
4.9
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$74.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.4¢
Price per kWh |
|
|
|
Maxx Saver Value 8 3%
4.9
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Fixed Rate 8 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$75.38
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.5¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Credit Bundle 12 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$76.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Bill Bonus 12 24%
4.0
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$76.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.6¢
Price per kWh |
|
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SimpleSaver 24 5%
4.7
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Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$77.00
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
7.7¢
Price per kWh |
|
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Power Plus – 12 26%
4.6
|
Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$84.73
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
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|
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Bill Credit Bundle 24 20%
3.6
|
Fixed Rate 24 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$85.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN RICHARDSON
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 54% of Richardson's housing stock, with an estimated size of about 2,261 square feet and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 9.4¢/kWh works out to roughly $115 monthly. Large apartment complexes (10+ units), which account for 30% of housing, use about 517 kWh per month, and at that level Just Energy's Simple Value – 24 at 10.9¢/kWh comes to roughly $56 per month.
Single-family homes
54% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
30% 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. Richardson, TX (47,827 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 Richardson
Fixed-rate plans
Richardson has 109 fixed-rate plans, with the lowest priced at 7.2¢/kWh and an average of 15.15¢/kWh. Rates stay constant for the contract term, which helps households plan budgets through hot summers when air conditioning drives higher kWh use.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are listed in Richardson, so no market average applies. These plans pass wholesale price swings directly to customers, and ERCOT summer demand can cause sudden increases.
Renewable energy
Richardson lists 113 renewable energy plans, 22 of them 100% green. Average renewable pricing is 15.24¢/kWh, effectively matching the market average, so the green premium is negligible. Wind and solar generation supply these plans.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are available in Richardson, averaging 19.68¢/kWh, which is higher than the market average. Prepaid plans require upfront balance and may disconnect service when funds run low, which can affect air conditioning use during Texas heat waves.
Time-of-use plans
Four time-of-use plans average 15.96¢/kWh and vary rates by time of day. Peak periods on summer weekday afternoons and evenings align with Richardson air conditioning demand, so shifting laundry or EV charging to off-peak hours can reduce costs.
Free nights & weekends
Some plans offer no-charge electricity during set nightly or weekend hours, with higher rates applied at other times. Households able to run dishwashers and laundry overnight benefit, while daytime summer cooling use remains billed at standard rates.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Richardson.
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 1-888-313-4747. Text “OUT” to 66267. Report online.
TDU Delivery Charges
$4.06/month base charge + 6.8673¢/kWh delivery rate. These charges from Oncor Electric Delivery are included in every electricity plan.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Richardson
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest rate available in Richardson is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 plan at 7.2¢/kWh. That is well below the current market average of 15.26¢/kWh, so Richardson residents have substantial room to save by comparing plans among the 115 options offered.
Richardson's hot, humid summers drive heavy air conditioning use, which typically pushes household electricity consumption and bills higher during peak months. Choosing a plan with a fixed rate can help shield you from summer price spikes, and efficient cooling habits can reduce how much you pay.
Since 54% of Richardson homes are single-family residences using roughly 1225 kWh monthly, a 2000 kWh tier plan is generally recommended for flexibility. Among 113 green energy plans, the average green premium is only -0.02¢ above average, so eco-friendly options are very affordable here.
Start by comparing plans, since the lowest option, APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh, is less than half the 15.26¢/kWh market average. Also raise your thermostat in summer, seal air leaks, use ceiling fans, and run appliances during off-peak hours to reduce consumption.
NEARBY METROS
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