Electricity plans in Tomball
Compare 118+ plans by true cost from providers serving Tomball. Find the right rate for your home.
Updated May 2026 · Live rates from electricrates.org
Tomball fast facts
- County
- Harris County
- Population
- 12K
- TDU
- CenterPoint
- Sample ZIP
- 77375
- CenterPoint outage / switch-hold line
- 1-800-332-7143
About Tomball
What you're shopping for power in.
Tomball is a small northwest Harris County city with a strong oil-and-gas service economy (Baker Hughes has a major Tomball facility) and a German-heritage downtown. Growth has been heavy since 2010 as the metro pushes north.
Climate & bill pattern
Houston metro climate; piney woods cover slightly reduces evening heat.
Mix of older Tomball-proper homes and newer 2,500+ sq ft master-planned builds in adjacent communities.
Major employers
- ·Baker Hughes (Tomball Operations)
- ·HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
- ·Tomball ISD
- ·Lone Star College Tomball
Known neighborhoods
- ·Cypress Creek Lakes (adjacent)
- ·Lakewood Pines
- ·Old Town Tomball
Best in Tomball
Best plans in Tomball
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 Tomball
Tomball is served by CenterPoint as the local TDU. With a population of 12K, 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 Tomball 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 Tomball?
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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 Tomball?
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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 Tomball?
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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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