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Texas Electric Rates – Market Trends and Price Forecast 2025

Last Updated December 7, 2025

Texas electricity rate trends for 2025 show prices similar to 2024. Our Texas electricity rates trend forecast includes key factors driving electricity prices and what types of electricity plans will be popular this year.

Whether you live in Houston, Dallas or another area, the question is always, “Will electricity prices in Texas go down anytime soon?” Don’t bet on it.

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Key Takeaways

For 2025, here are 4 key takeaways on Texas electricity rate trends.

Texas electricity prices for 2025 will continue at levels seen in 2024. Residential electricity rates will average 15-18¢ per kWh including delivery costs.
Longer term contract terms (24 to 36 months) will be the cheapest electricity options.
Pricing continues to show seasonality, with the best time to shop for electricity in the spring and fall.
Texas commercial electricity rates for 2025 will be in the 7-9¢ per kWh range, plus delivery costs.

When is the Best Time to Shop for Electricity in Texas?

We are often asked, what’s the best time to shop for electricity in Texas? The reality is, you don’t always get to choose when you shop for electricity, as it depends on your contract expiration. But if you have a choice? There are certain months to pick and certain months to avoid.

How to Compare Electricity Rates in Pennsylvania

Need the basics on how to shop for electric rates in PA? You’re in the right place. In this article, you’ll learn the 101 on deregulation, how to compare PA electric rates and how to select an electricity supplier.

Steps to compare electricity rates in PA are simple. Enter your zip code on a rate comparison shopping site, compare electricity plans and select your provider. You’ll still get a single bill from the electric utility, but it will list your new provider and fixed rate instead of the utility price to comapare.

Cheapest Electricity Rates in Ohio (December 2025)

Last Updated December 7, 2025

The cheapest electricity companies and best power rates in Ohio change all the time. Though… not as much as the utility’s rates vary. And that’s the benefit of shopping for a fixed rate plan from a supplier. You can avoid the utility rates that change constantly, and lock in a rate with stability.

Here are cheapest rates for this month. We also show the current price to compare for your utility.

Connecticut Electricity Rates Skyrocket in 2023

Electricity rates in Connecticut went up an unprecedented 88% to 100% on January 1, 2023. While that crisis has passed, Connecticut electricity bills continue to be some of the highest in the country. Since electricity rates for your utility change twice a year, it makes sense to monitor rates and consider locking in a low fixed rate for your home or business in Connecticut.

How to Lower Your Electricity Bill this Winter

It’s the double whammy for electricity bills. We often think that only our summer electricity bills are high. But your winter electricity bill can also be expensive depending on our winter weather.

Winter energy savings tips focus on insulation, keeping your “building envelope” secured against the elements, and setting your thermostat at the proper level.

Will Electricity Prices Fall this Fall in Texas?

We get questions like this all the time from customers, friends and neighbors. Will electricity prices fall this fall?

Normally we would say, of course! Electricity prices always drop in the fall in Texas. And this year is no exception, based on what we’re seeing with pricing. Prices are dropping… just not as far as we all hoped.

This article was written in Summer 2022. See our Texas Electricity Rate Trends 2023 article for the latest electricity price forecast for 2023.

Best Cities for Using Solar Panels in Texas

Texas is a top state for residential solar panels. According to Google Project Sunroof, 90% of Texas buildings are solar-friendly. But what are the top cities for solar panels in Texas? And why are they the best cities to consider rooftop solar? Here’s our summary of the best cities for solar in Texas, based on third party data.

How to Get Help Paying Electric Bill

With rising electricity costs, you may need help with your power bill. If you need help with your electric bill in Texas, there are three basic options.

Contact Your Electricity Provider: Your REP is the first point of contact if you need help paying your power bill in Texas. Working with them can give you a bill payment extension and keep you from being disconnected.
Call 211 Utility Assistance: Texas 211 is a central clearing house of resources. The 211 operator may be able to match you to available aid programs.
See if you qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): This program provides bill payment assistance for those on SSI or that earn less than 150% of the Federal Income Poverty Guidelines.

Below we provide additional information on each option. Plus ideas for bill payment help for those who are not low income.

Why are Texas Electricity Prices So High?

In 2022, we had some of the highest electricity prices since deregulation. But now? Prices have come down by 30% or more vs. last year.

Here’s a recap on why prices are so high some years (and during the summer) and some strategies on how to get the best price for your home or business.

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