Electricity plans in Paris
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Paris. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Paris fast facts
- County
- Lamar County
- Population
- 24K
- TDU
- Oncor
- Sample ZIP
- 75460
- Oncor outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-313-4747
About Paris
What you're shopping for power in.
Paris is the Lamar County seat in far northeast Texas, near the Oklahoma border — known for a small replica of the Eiffel Tower (topped with a red cowboy hat) and a historic downtown square. Slow growth, stable population.
Climate & bill pattern
Continental climate transitioning to humid subtropical — hot summers, cold winters.
Mostly 1,500-2,000 sq ft mid-century housing; winter electric heating loads matter alongside summer AC.
Major employers
- ·Campbell Soup Company
- ·Paris Regional Medical Center
- ·Paris ISD
- ·Kimberly-Clark (manufacturing)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Tanglewood
- ·Lamar Avenue corridor
- ·South Paris
Best in Paris
Best plans in Paris
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 Paris
Paris is served by Oncor as the local TDU. With a population of 24K, 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 Paris 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 Paris?
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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 Paris?
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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 Paris?
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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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