Electricity plans in Baytown
Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Baytown. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Baytown fast facts
- County
- Harris County
- Population
- 84K
- TDU
- CenterPoint
- Sample ZIP
- 77520
- CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
- 1-800-332-7143
About Baytown
What you're shopping for power in.
Baytown is a heavy-industry city on Galveston Bay, anchored by ExxonMobil's enormous Baytown complex (refinery + olefins + chemical). Housing is a mix of mid-century neighborhoods near the plants and newer subdivisions farther inland.
Climate & bill pattern
Hot humid Gulf Coast summers; hurricane corridor exposure is real (Ike, Harvey both hit hard).
Mix of older 1,500 sq ft mid-century homes and newer 2,200+ sq ft builds; usage patterns vary widely, so a per-home usage profile matters more here than in newer-build suburbs.
Major employers
- ·ExxonMobil Baytown
- ·Chevron Phillips Cedar Bayou
- ·Goose Creek CISD
- ·Lee College
- ·Houston Methodist Baytown
Known neighborhoods
- ·Lakewood
- ·Pinehurst
- ·Northwood Hills
- ·Eva Maud
- ·Whispering Pines
Best in Baytown
Best plans in Baytown
Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.
SimpleSaver 14
Maxx Saver Value 8
Smart Choice - 12
SimpleSaver 12
Bill Credit Bundle 24
Bill Bonus 24
Providers
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Local guide
About electricity in Baytown
Baytown is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 84K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 118+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the CenterPoint grid.
The average all-in rate in Baytown is currently 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh usage. Actual rates vary by plan type, contract length, and how much your home uses. Fixed-rate plans typically offer the best value for households that don't want to think about rate swings.
Switching is 1-3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Baytown?
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Approximately 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the CenterPoint grid range from 7.2¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.
Who is the TDU for Baytown?
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CenterPoint maintains the power lines and infrastructure. TDU charges are the same regardless of your retail provider — set by the Public Utility Commission.
Can I switch providers in Baytown?
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Yes. Choose from 118+ plans available on the CenterPoint grid. Switching takes 1–3 business days with no service interruption — same meter, same wires, new bill from a new company.
How are the rankings calculated?
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We sort by the real monthly bill at your home's usage — not the advertised rate at 2,000 kWh. We flag bill-credit plans and minimum usage fees so you see the true cost.
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