Electricity plans in Pearland
Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Pearland. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Pearland fast facts
- County
- Brazoria County
- Population
- 125K
- TDU
- CenterPoint
- Sample ZIP
- 77581
- CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
- 1-800-332-7143
Nearby cities on the same grid:
About Pearland
What you're shopping for power in.
Pearland is a fast-growing Brazoria County suburb south of Houston, built largely since 2000 on what used to be ranchland. The city's growth pattern is dominated by master-planned communities and a long FM-518 corridor of retail and dining.
Climate & bill pattern
Coastal-adjacent humidity with summer heat indexes regularly above 100°F; mild winters with occasional hard freezes.
Most homes are post-2000 construction with reasonable insulation — but the size (2,200-2,800 sq ft typical) means summer bills still scale fast with usage.
Major employers
- ·HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland
- ·Pearland ISD
- ·Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
- ·Lonza
- ·Dover Energy
Known neighborhoods
- ·Shadow Creek Ranch
- ·Silverlake
- ·Southern Trails
- ·Riverstone Ranch
- ·West Pearland
Best in Pearland
Best plans in Pearland
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 Pearland
Pearland is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 125K, 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 Pearland 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 Pearland?
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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 Pearland?
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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 Pearland?
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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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