Electricity plans in Palestine
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Palestine. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Palestine fast facts
- County
- Anderson County
- Population
- 17K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75801
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Palestine
What you're shopping for power in.
Palestine is the Anderson County seat in deep East Texas — historic railroad town anchored by the Texas State Railroad heritage train operation and a strong oil-and-timber economy.
Climate & bill pattern
Humid subtropical East Texas piney woods climate.
Older mid-century homes (1,400-1,900 sq ft) dominate; piney woods cover modestly reduces evening AC load.
Major employers
- ·Palestine ISD
- ·Palestine Regional Medical Center
- ·CHRISTUS Mother Frances (regional)
- ·Walmart Distribution Center
Known neighborhoods
- ·West Palestine
- ·Old Town
- ·Country Club
Best in Palestine
Best plans in Palestine
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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See the lowest true-cost rate from each retail electricity provider serving Palestine.
Local guide
About electricity in Palestine
Palestine is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 17K, 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 Palestine 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 Palestine?
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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 Palestine?
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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 Palestine?
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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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Palestine electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
Start service in Palestine
Move-in or first-time customer
Switch providers in Palestine
1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Palestine
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Cheap plans in Palestine
Lowest available rates on Oncor
Fixed-rate plans in Palestine
Locked rate for the contract term
Variable-rate plans in Palestine
No contract, flexible month-to-month
No-deposit plans in Palestine
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Best providers in Palestine
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