Electricity plans in Katy
Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Katy. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Katy fast facts
- County
- Harris County
- Population
- 21K
- TDU
- CenterPoint
- Sample ZIP
- 77449
- CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
- 1-800-332-7143
About Katy
What you're shopping for power in.
Katy is a small core city in west Harris County surrounded by enormous master-planned communities that share the Katy name and Katy ISD. The 'city of Katy' itself is small (about 21K) but the Katy area (greater Cinco Ranch / Cross Creek Ranch / Firethorne) houses several hundred thousand. KISD is one of the largest school districts in Texas.
Climate & bill pattern
Houston Gulf Coast humid subtropical — long summers, mild winters, occasional hurricane impact.
Heavy 2,400-3,500 sq ft master-planned new construction — predictable bills, fixed-rate 24+ month plans are the norm here.
Major employers
- ·Katy ISD
- ·Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
- ·Igloo Products (HQ)
- ·Academy Sports + Outdoors (HQ Katy-adjacent)
- ·BP America (Westchase commuters)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Cinco Ranch
- ·Cross Creek Ranch
- ·Firethorne
- ·Old Town Katy
- ·Mason Creek
Best in Katy
Best plans in Katy
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 Katy
Katy is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 21K, 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 Katy 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 Katy?
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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 Katy?
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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 Katy?
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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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