Electricity plans in Stafford
Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Stafford. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Stafford fast facts
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Population
- 17K
- TDU
- CenterPoint
- Sample ZIP
- 77477
- CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
- 1-800-332-7143
About Stafford
What you're shopping for power in.
Stafford is a small southwest Harris/Fort Bend county city famous for a unique status — it's the largest U.S. city without a city property tax (funded entirely by sales tax revenue from its major retail and industrial base).
Climate & bill pattern
Houston metro climate.
Mix of 1,500-2,200 sq ft homes; no city property tax doesn't change your electric bill — same TDU delivery charges as the rest of Harris/Fort Bend.
Major employers
- ·Texas Instruments (Stafford campus)
- ·Fort Bend ISD
- ·Schlumberger (SLB) (regional)
- ·Sysco (regional)
Known neighborhoods
- ·Park Place
- ·Pebble Beach
- ·Stafford Run
- ·Texas Parkway corridor
Best in Stafford
Best plans in Stafford
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 Stafford.
Local guide
About electricity in Stafford
Stafford is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 17K, 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 Stafford 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 Stafford?
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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 Stafford?
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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 Stafford?
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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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Stafford electricity plans
Plan types available, providers serving the city
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Move-in or first-time customer
Switch providers in Stafford
1–3 days, no service interruption
Best plans in Stafford
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Cheap plans in Stafford
Lowest available rates on CenterPoint
Fixed-rate plans in Stafford
Locked rate for the contract term
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No contract, flexible month-to-month
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Best providers in Stafford
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