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Pasadena, Texas · CenterPoint territory

Electricity plans in Pasadena

Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Pasadena. 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

Pasadena fast facts

County
Harris County
Population
151K
TDU
CenterPoint
Sample ZIP
77501
CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
1-800-332-7143

Nearby cities on the same grid:

About Pasadena

What you're shopping for power in.

Pasadena is an older industrial city on the Houston Ship Channel — refineries, chemical plants, and the Bayport terminal define the eastern edge. Housing stock skews older (1950s-1980s) compared to the newer suburbs west of Houston.

Climate & bill pattern

Hot humid summers and a coastal-adjacent climate with regular tropical-storm exposure.

Older homes here (often 1,400-1,800 sq ft) have weaker insulation than new construction — bills per square foot tend to run higher than Pearland or Sugar Land.

Major employers

  • ·Shell Deer Park
  • ·LyondellBasell
  • ·San Jacinto College
  • ·Pasadena ISD
  • ·HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast

Known neighborhoods

  • ·South Houston
  • ·Deer Park-adjacent neighborhoods
  • ·Genoa-Red Bluff corridor
  • ·Strawberry Park

Best in Pasadena

Best plans in Pasadena

Ranked by real monthly bill at 1,000 kWh.

APGE
Best rate
APGE

SimpleSaver 14

Best for Pasadena 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 Pasadena

Pasadena is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 151K, 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena?

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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 Pasadena?

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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 Pasadena?

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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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