ELECTRICITY RATES IN SWEETWATER
Sweetwater Electricity Rates and Plans
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SWEETWATER
ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN SWEETWATER
Sweetwater Electricity Guide
Sweetwater electricity prices have increased by 0.1¢ over the past 7 days, moving from an average of 15.15¢ to 15.26¢ per kWh for a 1,000 kWh home. That’s roughly $1 more per month for the average household. Rates currently range from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh across 115 available plans in North Texas, so term length and plan type make a big difference. We’ll keep tracking the trend.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Sweetwater
Track how electricity rates have changed over the past week.
Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Sweetwater is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN SWEETWATER
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Sweetwater
Texas deregulation means Sweetwater residents choose their electricity provider rather than being assigned one, while retail companies set their own rates and the local utility continues delivering power. Today 115 plans are available, ranging from 7.2¢ to 22.57¢ per kWh with an average of 15.26¢. Of these, 109 are fixed-rate, 113 include renewable energy, 22 are 100% green, 2 are prepaid, and 4 are time-of-use; none are variable-rate. Because 73% of local homes are single-family houses using about 1225 kWh monthly, most households should compare plans at that usage level, checking rate, contract length, and fees.
Compare All PlansOCTOBER 24, 2026
TOP 6 LOWEST RATES IN SWEETWATER
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 Sweetwater
Based on 79556 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 |
|
|
|
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 |
|
|
|
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 |
|
|
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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
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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
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Fixed Rate 12 months Fixed Rate 1000 kWh |
$84.73
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
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 |
$85.03
Est. monthly bill |
1000 kWh
8.5¢
Price per kWh |
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN SWEETWATER
Find the right plan for your home
Single-family homes make up 73% of Sweetwater's housing stock, with an estimated size of about 2,261 sq ft and typical usage near 1,225 kWh per month, where APGE — SimpleSaver 9 at 9.4¢/kWh (about $115/mo) is the lowest-cost option in this tier. Small apartment buildings (2-9 units), which account for 15% of housing, average roughly 583 kWh per month, and at that level APGE — Rent Simple Saver 9 at 11.7¢/kWh (about $68/mo) is the lowest-cost match.
Single-family homes
73% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
15% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
6% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Sweetwater, TX (5,172 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 Sweetwater
Fixed-rate plans
Sweetwater has 109 fixed-rate plans, with prices starting at 7.2¢/kWh and an average of 15.15¢/kWh. Rates stay constant for the contract term, so summer cooling costs in West Texas heat are predictable month to month.
Variable-rate plans
No variable-rate or month-to-month plans are currently listed in Sweetwater, so the market average for this category is recorded as 0¢/kWh. Rates that track wholesale prices are not offered here at present, and availability may change.
Renewable energy
Sweetwater has 113 renewable energy plans, 22 of which are 100% green, averaging 15.24¢/kWh. Green plans carry a premium of -0.02¢/kWh relative to the market average, so cost is nearly identical to conventional offerings.
Prepaid plans
Two prepaid plans are offered in Sweetwater at an average of 19.68¢/kWh, above the fixed-rate and time-of-use averages. Prepaid billing requires paying in advance, which can suit households managing monthly budgets.
Time-of-use plans
Four time-of-use plans in Sweetwater average 15.96¢/kWh, pricing electricity differently by hour. Rates vary by time of day, so households that shift heavy appliance use away from peak afternoon hours during hot summers may see different costs.
Free nights & weekends
Free nights and weekends plans supply electricity at no energy charge during set hours, within a market of 115 plans. Usage outside those windows is billed normally, so total costs depend on when air conditioning and appliances run.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Sweetwater.
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 Sweetwater
As of Oct 24th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Sweetwater is APGE's SimpleSaver 9 at 7.2¢/kWh, well below the market average of 15.26¢/kWh. With 115 plans available, comparing options can help you find savings that fit your household's usage.
Sweetwater's hot summers drive air conditioning use, which is typically the largest driver of electricity costs in the city. Running AC during peak afternoon heat can push monthly usage well above the estimated 1225 kWh for an average home, so efficient cooling habits matter.
Most Sweetwater homes are single-family houses (73% of housing) using around 1225 kWh monthly, so a plan with a 2000 kWh tier is recommended. Single-family households should compare plans at this tier, where 113 of 115 available options are green energy plans priced near the market average.
Lower your Sweetwater bill by setting your thermostat a few degrees higher in summer, sealing drafts, and switching to LED lighting. Also compare plans, since switching from the 15.26¢/kWh market average toward a 7.2¢/kWh rate can cut costs significantly.
NEARBY METROS
Compare electricity rates in cities near Sweetwater
Sweetwater shoppers often compare plans in nearby Texas metros — rates, providers, and plan types can differ just a few miles away.
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