Electricity plans in Friendswood
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Friendswood. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Friendswood fast facts
- County
- Galveston County
- TDU
- TNMP
- Sample ZIP
- 77546
- TNMP outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-866-7456
About Friendswood
What you're shopping for power in.
Friendswood is a Galveston/Harris County city southeast of Houston, founded as a Quaker community in 1895 and known for top-tier school ratings (Friendswood ISD consistently ranks in Texas's top 10). Most growth happened 1990-2015.
Climate & bill pattern
Coastal-adjacent humid Gulf Coast climate.
Mostly 2,200-3,200 sq ft post-1990 homes; TNMP delivery rates run slightly above Oncor/CenterPoint, worth checking on the EFL.
Major employers
- ·Friendswood ISD
- ·Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital (nearby)
- ·ExxonMobil (commuters to Baytown)
- ·NASA Johnson Space Center (nearby)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Forest Bend
- ·West Ranch
- ·Lakes of Falcon Pointe
- ·Sun Meadow
Best in Friendswood
Best plans in Friendswood
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 Friendswood
Friendswood is served by TNMP as the local TDU. With a population of , it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 119+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the TNMP grid.
The average all-in rate in Friendswood is currently 15.1¢/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 Friendswood?
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Approximately 15.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the TNMP grid range from 7.2¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.
Who is the TDU for Friendswood?
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TNMP 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 Friendswood?
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Yes. Choose from 119+ plans available on the TNMP 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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