Katy Electric Rates

Katy’s warm and humid weather can make air conditioning one of the biggest drivers of monthly electricity use, which is why comparing Katy electricity rates by your actual usage matters. The average residential electricity rate in Katy, TX is approximately XX¢ per kWh (based on 1,000 kWh). To find the most cost-effective plan, keep these local components in mind:

• CenterPoint Delivery Charges: Your bill includes regulated pass-through fees that pay for grid reliability. As of March 2026, these charges for Katy are $XX per month and XX¢ per kWh. These costs are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and are the same regardless of your provider.
• The 14-Day Switch Rule: Under Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) Substantive Rule §25.475, you can switch to a new provider without paying an early termination fee if you are within the last 14 days of your current contract.
• Usage-Based Pricing: Every plan includes a standardized Electricity Facts Label (EFL) showing the average rate for 500, 1,000, and 2,000 kWh levels. Even on a fixed-rate plan, your average cost per kWh can vary because monthly base fees are spread over more or less usage. In Katy, it is vital to match a plan to your actual history; choosing a plan with a “bill credit” that triggers at 1,000 kWh could result in a much higher rate if your usage falls just short of that mark.
• Relocation Protections: Per PUCT Substantive Rule §25.475, if you move out of your Katy home before your contract expires, you are not required to pay an early termination fee (ETF). You may need to provide a forwarding address and, if required, reasonable evidence that you no longer occupy the service address.

• Fixed-Rate vs. Bill Credit Electricity Plans: Fixed-rate electricity plans are a practical and strong choice for many Katy homes because the price is locked in for the length of the contract. That makes the bill easier to plan around, especially for apartments, smaller homes, or households where usage changes from season to season. Bill credit plans are built around usage targets. You receive a credit when your monthly usage reaches or exceeds the required amount, often 1,000 or 2,000 kWh. These plans can bring down your average rate when you hit the target, but they can be less forgiving in months when your usage falls short.
• Solar Buy-Back Electricity Plans: Katy homeowners with rooftop solar may want to compare solar buyback plans, which can offer bill credits for excess electricity fed back into the grid. Terms vary by provider, so check how credits are calculated, whether unused credits roll over or expire, whether credits offset energy charges or other bill charges, and whether monthly fees or contract terms affect the plan’s value.
• Renewable Energy Electricity Plans: Renewable energy plans, also called green energy plans, let Katy residents support cleaner energy without adding solar panels to their homes. These plans may be backed by Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) connected to wind, solar, hydro, battery-backed projects, or other eligible energy sources. Before choosing a plan, review the Electricity Facts Label (EFL). It shows the renewable content, contract length, pricing details, and other costs that affect your monthly bill.
• Time-of-Use Electricity Plans: Time-of-use plans charge different rates based on when you use electricity. They may help if you can shift laundry, pool equipment, electric vehicle charging, or other high-use activities to lower-cost hours. Plans marketed around nights or weekends may have higher peak-hour rates to offset the discount, and regulated delivery charges can still apply to every kWh used. Check the full Electricity Facts Label before choosing this type of plan.