Electricity plans in Texas City
Compare 119+ plans by true cost from providers serving Texas City. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Texas City fast facts
- County
- Galveston County
- Population
- 51K
- TDU
- TNMP
- Sample ZIP
- 77590
- TNMP outage / switch-hold line
- 1-888-866-7456
About Texas City
What you're shopping for power in.
Texas City is a major Galveston County refining city — Marathon, Valero, and BASF all run plants here. The 2005 BP refinery explosion is part of the city's modern history.
Climate & bill pattern
Gulf Coast humid subtropical climate with hurricane exposure.
Mix of mid-century industrial housing (1,400-1,800 sq ft) and newer Lago Mar builds; AC season runs 9 months.
Major employers
- ·Marathon Petroleum
- ·Valero
- ·BASF
- ·Texas City ISD
- ·College of the Mainland
Known neighborhoods
- ·Lago Mar
- ·Pinehurst
- ·Westside
- ·Bayou Vista (adjacent)
Best in Texas City
Best plans in Texas City
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 Texas City
Texas City is served by TNMP as the local TDU. With a population of 51K, it's one of the deregulated markets in Texas — residents can shop 119+ competitive plans from 8+ retail electric providers serving the TNMP grid.
The average all-in rate in Texas City is currently 15.1¢/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 Texas City?
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Approximately 15.1¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Plans on the TNMP grid range from 7.2¢ to over 18¢/kWh depending on type and term.
Who is the TDU for Texas City?
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TNMP 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 Texas City?
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Yes. Choose from 119+ plans available on the TNMP 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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