ELECTRICITY RATES IN SUGAR LAND
Sugar Land Electricity Rates and Plans
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SUGAR LAND
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN SUGAR LAND
Sugar Land Electricity Guide
Sugar Land electricity prices have edged up 0.1¢ over the past 7 days, rising from 14.84¢ to 14.96¢/kWh for an average 1,000 kWh home. That’s roughly $1 more per month. Weekly prices ranged from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh across 116 plans in the Greater Houston territory, so the market remains wide. We track these trends so you can see where things stand.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Sugar Land
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 Sugar Land is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN SUGAR LAND
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Sugar Land
Sugar Land is part of the Texas electricity market, which was deregulated in 2002 so residents can choose their own retail electricity provider while a regulated utility continues to deliver power and handle outages. Right now 116 plans are available, with 109 fixed-rate plans, 114 renewable energy plans (22 of them 100% green), 5 time-of-use plans, and 2 prepaid options. Rates range from 7.1¢ to 22.02¢ per kWh, with an average of 14.96¢. Because 86% of local homes are single-family residences using about 1,225 kWh per month, shoppers should compare quotes at that usage level.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN SUGAR LAND
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
COMPARE ELECTRICITY PLANS
Compare electricity plans in Sugar Land
Based on 77478 ZIP code. 116 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 |
$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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|
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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 |
|
|
|
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 |
|
|
|
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 |
|
|
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 |
|
|
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 SUGAR LAND
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 86% of Sugar Land housing, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month; at that level, APGE SimpleSaver 9 at 9.3¢/kWh works out to roughly $114 per month. Large apartment complexes (10+ units), which account for 9% of housing, average around 517 kWh per month, where Just Energy Simple Value 24 at 11.7¢/kWh comes to roughly $61 per month.
Single-family homes
86% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
9% of homes in the city
Townhomes / attached
2% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Sugar Land, TX (39,196 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 Sugar Land
Fixed-rate plans
Sugar Land has 109 fixed-rate plans, with the cheapest at 7.1¢/kWh and an average of 14.81¢/kWh. Rates stay constant for the contract term, which helps households budget through hot, humid summers when air conditioning drives monthly bills.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans appear in the Sugar Land market, leaving the reported average at 0¢/kWh. Such plans track wholesale prices, so bills can rise quickly during August heat.
Renewable energy
114 renewable energy plans are listed in Sugar Land, 22 of which are 100% green, averaging 14.95¢/kWh. The green premium sits at -0.01¢ relative to the market average, so renewable supply costs roughly match conventional plans.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are offered in Sugar Land, averaging 19.51¢/kWh, well above the 14.81¢/kWh fixed-rate average. Prepaid accounts require upfront balances and no credit check, which suits renters managing cash flow during high summer cooling bills.
Time-of-use plans
Five time-of-use plans in Sugar Land average 16.41¢/kWh, with rates varying by hour. Peak pricing applies during afternoon and early evening, when Gulf Coast heat pushes air conditioner demand highest, so shifting laundry or dishwasher use can lower bills.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans charge no energy rate during off-peak hours, letting households run dishwashers, laundry, and EV charging when demand is lower. Sugar Land's humid summer evenings still require cooling, so these plans pair best with programmable thermostats.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Sugar Land.
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 Sugar Land
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the cheapest electricity rate in Sugar Land is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.1¢/kWh, well below the market average of 14.96¢/kWh. With 116 plans available, comparing options can help you find savings.
Sugar Land's hot, humid summers push air conditioning use sharply higher, which is often the biggest driver of residential electricity costs. Running AC through long Gulf Coast heat waves can noticeably raise monthly bills, so plan for higher usage between June and September.
Most Sugar Land homes are single-family residences (86% of housing) using roughly 1,225 kWh monthly. A 2,000 kWh tier plan is recommended for most households, and with 114 of 116 plans being green energy options, you can choose renewable power at virtually the same price as the market average.
Start by raising your thermostat a few degrees in summer, sealing drafts, and replacing dirty AC filters. Shopping among Sugar Land's 116 plans and switching from the 14.96¢/kWh market average toward lower-rate options like the 7.1¢/kWh SimpleSaver 9 can also cut costs significantly.
NEARBY METROS
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