Electricity plans in Big Spring
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Big Spring. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Big Spring fast facts
- County
- Howard County
- Population
- 27K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 79720
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Big Spring
What you're shopping for power in.
Big Spring is the Howard County seat in the Permian Basin north of Midland — historically an oil and railroad town, now diversifying with prison-system jobs and Western Container manufacturing.
Climate & bill pattern
Semi-arid West Texas climate — hot dry summers, cold dry winters.
Older 1,400-1,800 sq ft housing dominates; dry climate keeps AC bills moderate, but winter electric heating loads matter.
Major employers
- ·Western Container Corporation
- ·Big Spring State Hospital
- ·Big Spring ISD
- ·Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring
Known neighborhoods
- ·Highland
- ·College Park
- ·Coronado Hills
Best in Big Spring
Best plans in Big Spring
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 Big Spring
Big Spring is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 27K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 119+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the Oncor grid.
The average all-in rate in Big Spring 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 Big Spring?
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Approximately 15.2¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the Oncor grid range from 7.2¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.
Who is the TDU for Big Spring?
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Oncor 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 Big Spring?
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Yes. Choose from 119+ plans available on the Oncor 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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