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Deer Park, Texas · CenterPoint territory

Electricity plans in Deer Park

Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Deer Park. Find the right rate for your home.

Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org

Average rate
15.2¢
per kWh
Lowest rate
7.2¢
per kWh
Plans
118+
on your meter
Utility
CenterPoint
CenterPoint

Deer Park fast facts

County
Harris County
Population
34K
TDU
CenterPoint
Sample ZIP
77536
CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
1-800-332-7143

About Deer Park

What you're shopping for power in.

Deer Park is a small, well-established Ship Channel city tucked between Pasadena and La Porte, dominated by Shell Deer Park (one of the largest refineries in the country) and a generally industrial economy.

Climate & bill pattern

Coastal humid summer climate with the same hurricane corridor exposure as the rest of the Ship Channel.

Most homes are 1,600-2,200 sq ft mid-century construction; AC-driven summer bills, with refinery shift workers running atypical usage patterns.

Major employers

  • ·Shell Deer Park
  • ·Deer Park ISD
  • ·OxyChem
  • ·Rohm and Haas (Dow)

Known neighborhoods

  • ·Riceland
  • ·Skyline Park
  • ·Spencerview
  • ·Deer Park East

Best in Deer Park

Best plans in Deer Park

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

APGE
Best rate
APGE

SimpleSaver 14

Best for Deer Park residents
Rate
7.2 ¢/kWh
Term
14 Months fixed
Monthly
$72 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100
4Change Energy
4Change Energy

Maxx Saver Value 8

Rate
7.2 ¢/kWh
Term
8 Months fixed
Monthly
$72 at 1,000 kWh
Score
79 /100
Just Energy
Just Energy

Smart Choice - 12

Rate
7.3 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$73 at 1,000 kWh
Score
79 /100
APGE
APGE

SimpleSaver 12

Rate
7.3 ¢/kWh
Term
12 Months fixed
Monthly
$73 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100
Discount Power
Discount Power

Bill Credit Bundle 24

Rate
7.4 ¢/kWh
Term
24 Months fixed
Monthly
$74 at 1,000 kWh
Score
80 /100
Cirro Energy
Cirro Energy

Bill Bonus 24

Rate
7.4 ¢/kWh
Term
24 Months fixed
Monthly
$74 at 1,000 kWh
Score
81 /100

Local guide

About electricity in Deer Park

Deer Park is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 34K, 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 Deer Park 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 Deer Park?

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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 Deer Park?

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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 Deer Park?

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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.

Ready to save on electricity?

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