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Cheapest Texas Business Electricity Rates (October 2026)

  • Written By: Rebecca Bridges
  • Edited By: Kelly Bedrich
  • It’s easy to find the cheapest business electricity rates for your Texas business. Electricity Plans features rates from some of the biggest commercial electricity providers in the state, with rates updated daily, and quick online contracting.

    What’s the Best Plan Length for Commercial Electricity?

    October is one of the best months to shop for business electricity in Texas. Demand flattens, wholesale electricity prices drop and retail electricity providers offer big value to commercial customers. The short term plans 6-10 months and odd-term plans like 15 or 18 months offer the best value right now.

    🔌Pro Tip: Texas electricity rate trends indicate prices will continue to rise due to increasing demand. Consider a longer term contract. You’ll get an excellent value while also securing that hedge against inflation that we’re all looking for. That’s our top recommendation for your business electricity this month.

    Business Electricity Rates in the Houston Area

    Plan Name Term Rate/kWh
    Gexa Energy 9 Months 9 5.72 ¢
    Gexa Energy 6 Months 6 5.90 ¢
    NRG 6 Months 6 5.91 ¢
    Gexa Energy 15 Months 15 6.23 ¢
    Chariot Business Preferred 12 Months 12 6.23 ¢
    ENGIE 6 Months 6 6.29 ¢
    NRG 12 Months 12 6.30 ¢
    Gexa Energy 18 Months 18 6.33 ¢
    Gexa Energy 12 Months 12 6.33 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 12 Months 12 6.34 ¢
    SFE Energy 6 Months 6 6.36 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 6 Months 6 6.38 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 18 Months 18 6.41 ¢
    NRG 24 Months 24 6.50 ¢
    Gexa Energy 24 Months 24 6.61 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 24 Months 24 6.62 ¢
    Gexa Energy 30 Months 30 6.65 ¢
    Constellation 6 Months 6 6.70 ¢
    SFE Energy 12 Months 12 6.71 ¢
    SFE Energy 18 Months 18 6.72 ¢

    Business Electricity Rates in the Dallas Area

    Plan Name Term Rate/kWh
    Gexa Energy 9 Months 9 5.31 ¢
    Gexa Energy 6 Months 6 5.63 ¢
    Gexa Energy 15 Months 15 5.78 ¢
    Gexa Energy 12 Months 12 5.91 ¢
    Gexa Energy 18 Months 18 5.95 ¢
    NRG 6 Months 6 5.99 ¢
    ENGIE 6 Months 6 6.11 ¢
    Chariot Business Preferred 12 Months 12 6.14 ¢
    NRG 12 Months 12 6.21 ¢
    SFE Energy 6 Months 6 6.23 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 12 Months 12 6.24 ¢
    Gexa Energy 24 Months 24 6.27 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 18 Months 18 6.32 ¢
    Gexa Energy 30 Months 30 6.33 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 6 Months 6 6.36 ¢
    ENGIE 12 Months 12 6.41 ¢
    NRG 24 Months 24 6.42 ¢
    ENGIE 18 Months 18 6.46 ¢
    Gexa Energy 36 Months 36 6.47 ¢
    APG&E APG&E 24 Months 24 6.55 ¢

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    Pro Tip: You can get no deposit no credit check electricity for your business. Just select a plan from NRG or ENGIE for instant credit approval. Great for new business owners!

    How Do I Shop for Business Electricity Rates?

    Shopping for your business electricity in Texas? You need to compare rates and contracts from multiple companies. And if you delay finalizing your agreement, the rates could (and most likely will!) change by the next day. ElectricityPlans simplifies the process into 5 easy steps, so you can secure your business electricity plan and get back to business.

    Here’s how to shop for a business electricity rate:

    1. Enter your zip code.
    2. Enter your address and the month your new contract will start to see pricing your business is eligible for.
    3. Select your contract plan based on brand, price and contract term.
    4. Review contract documents before finalizing your plan with Docusign.
    5. Receive enrollment confirmation from your new provider.

    Read our full guide on How to Shop for Business Electricity Rates for more information.

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    About Rebecca Bridges

    Rebecca Bridges has worked in deregulated energy markets since 2001. As chief marketing officer for ElectricityPlans, she focuses on helping consumers save on their electricity bills and find the best electricity plans. Outside of work, Rebecca uses her marketing experience to support dog rescue and can often be found hiking or biking local trails. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccabridges/

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