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La Porte, Texas · CenterPoint territory

Electricity plans in La Porte

Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving La Porte. 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

La Porte fast facts

County
Harris County
Population
35K
TDU
CenterPoint
Sample ZIP
77571
CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
1-800-332-7143

About La Porte

What you're shopping for power in.

La Porte is a Houston Ship Channel city southeast of Pasadena, with the Port of Houston's Bayport Container Terminal as its economic backbone alongside refineries and chemical plants.

Climate & bill pattern

Coastal humid summer climate with hurricane corridor exposure.

Older housing stock (often pre-1990, 1,500-2,000 sq ft); insulation is variable. Worth pulling an actual usage history from your provider before picking a plan.

Major employers

  • ·Port of Houston (Bayport)
  • ·Dow Chemical (La Porte)
  • ·La Porte ISD
  • ·Bayer
  • ·Equistar

Known neighborhoods

  • ·Bayshore
  • ·Brookglen
  • ·Sunset
  • ·Spencer Highway corridor

Best in La Porte

Best plans in La Porte

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

APGE
Best rate
APGE

SimpleSaver 14

Best for La Porte 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 La Porte

La Porte is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 35K, 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 La Porte 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 La Porte?

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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 La Porte?

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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 La Porte?

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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?

Compare 118+ plans in La Porte or let our guided quiz find the right plan for your home.