Electricity Rates in Dallas, TX

Dallas electricity rates

If you’re in a deregulated city, you can use the SaveOnEnergy marketplace to browse and compare electricity providers near you. Our free marketplace allows you to find the best Dallas electricity rates with just a few simple steps.

How to find the best electricity rates in Dallas with SaveOnEnergy.com

Electricity rates in Texas are constantly rising and falling, depending on demand and the time of year. As an energy consumer, it can be challenging (if not impossible) to keep up with all of these fluctuations on your own. That’s where the SaveOnEnergy marketplace comes in. Here’s how it works: 

• Find affordable energy plans in your area. Visit our website and enter your ZIP code to get started. From there, you can filter by provider, rate type, contract length, and more. 
• Choose a plan and sign up. When you’ve found the right plan, you can sign up in a few simple steps. Have questions? Call the number on this page to get in touch with an energy professional.
• Enjoy your new electricity plan. Once you’ve finished signing up, you can usually start enjoying your new plan within days. Your new provider will handle everything, so there’s no need to notify your utility or previous electric company.

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Cheap energy prices in Dallas

In Texas, wholesale electricity rates frequently go up and down. These changes can trickle down and impact the rate that you pay. In the chart below, data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) illustrates how retail electric rates around Texas rise and fall over the course of a year.

When you use SaveOnEnergy to compare electric rates in Dallas, you can feel confident that you’re getting a cheap rate. Our marketplace allows you to easily find up-to-date Dallas electricity rates and compare them to get the best deal.

In 2021, the typical residential electricity rate in Texas is 12.74 cents per kilowatt-hour (¢/kWh). With SaveOnEnergy, however, you can find Dallas electricity rates for as low as 5.6¢/kWh.

Energy providers and utility companies in Dallas

As a resident of a deregulated city like Dallas, it’s important to recognize the difference between electricity providers and utilities. On one hand, your provider is responsible for purchasing or generating electricity, which they sell to you in a plan. In contrast, utilities are in charge of delivering electricity to your property and responding to power outages.

• Utility company in Dallas: Oncor Electric Delivery is the utility company in Dallas. Utilities are determined by geography, so you aren’t able to choose yours. 
• Electricity providers in Dallas: You can pick from numerous Dallas electricity providers, ensuring that you find the best deal. Some of the most well-known suppliers include Reliant Energy, TXU Energy, Frontier Utilities, and Pulse Power.

Power outages in Dallas

When your electricity goes out, you need to contact your utility company (Oncor), as they’re responsible for the power infrastructure in your area. Don’t contact your electricity provider.

• The utility company in Dallas is Oncor Electric Delivery. 
• To report an outage, visit Oncor’s online outage center or call the company at 1-888-313-4747.

Electricity rates in my area

When you’re shopping for a new plan, make sure that you’re only looking at rates in your area. Each utility has its own transmission charges, which means that electricity prices across Texas vary from city to city — even if you’re looking at the same plan and provider.

So how do you discover the best electricity rates in Dallas? Your first thought might be to visit Google and search for generic terms like “best electric company near me” or “electricity rates in my area.” But it would be more helpful to use a reputable marketplace like SaveOnEnergy to explore multiple rates and providers in one place.

Enter your ZIP code above to find and compare electric rates in Dallas.

Moving to Dallas?

As the third-biggest city in Texas, Dallas is home to more than 1.3 million residents and is the centerpiece of the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. If you’re relocating to Dallas, you can rely on SaveOnEnergy to browse electricity rates in your area and lock in an affordable plan that suits your energy habits.

Types of plans in Dallas

As you look for new electricity providers, you’ll notice multiple types of plans to choose from. If you want to learn more about your options, check out our plan guide or call us at the phone number on this screen.

Fixed-rate plans in Dallas

When you sign up for a fixed-rate plan, your electricity rate will be locked in for the duration of your contract (generally 12 months or longer). On the positive side, these plans give you a more predictable energy bill. On the downside, you’ll likely have to pay an early termination fee if you cancel before your contract is up.

Variable-rate plans in Dallas

In many respects, variable-rate plans are the opposite of fixed-rate plans: you won’t need to sign a long-term agreement, but your rate is liable to fluctuate between billing periods. They can be good short-term options but could end up being more expensive if rates spike.

Green electricity in Dallas

Across the country, Texas is leading the way in green energy. Specifically, the Lone Star State creates the most electricity from wind of all 50 states. It’s also within the top five producers of solar-sourced electricity.

Whenever you buy an electricity plan in Texas, it will come with at least a small percentage of renewable energy, with some plans containing 100% green energy. Check your Electricity Facts Label (EFL) for more details. Similarly, a handful of Dallas electricity providers exclusively offer renewable plans, including Green Mountain Energy and Gexa Energy.

Business energy plans in Dallas

Like residential energy, commercial electricity is also deregulated. If you own a company in Dallas, you can use SaveOnEnergy to get the best energy rate for your business. To learn more, visit our commercial energy rates page.

Dallas energy FAQs

Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Dallas?

Typically, some of the cheapest plans in Dallas are available from companies like Express Energy, Frontier Utilities, and 4Change Energy.  View the rate table above to find more cheap electricity in Dallas.

How do I choose an electricity provider in Dallas?

Before you start searching for Dallas electricity rates, you should decide what you want from your provider. Think about whether you want a variable-rate or fixed-rate plan, if you need a no-deposit plan, or if you want a green energy provider. Once you’ve figured out those criteria, use an energy marketplace to compare your options.

How can I lower my utility bill in Dallas?

You have several options if you want to lower your utility bill, such as:

• Switching energy providers 
• Buying energy-efficient appliances 
• Purchasing a green energy plan
• Choosing a prepaid plan

How do I find a green energy plan in Dallas?

If you’re using SaveOnEnergy, you can enter your ZIP and filter for “green energy” plans. Alternatively, you can look for plans from green energy providers such as Gexa Energy and Green Mountain Energy.

Calculate your energy usage in Dallas

Not sure how much energy you use? Check out our calculator to estimate your monthly household electricity usage. From there, you can see plans that suit your usage habits.

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Updated: 6/23/2021