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The average residential electricity bill in Texas in 2024 is $176.94 per month, based on the latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA). In 2023, the average annual electric bill in Texas was $168.69 per month.
Texas electricity bills are typically higher than the national average. In April 2024, the U.S. average was $151.75 per month, while the annual 2023 average was $143.66 per month. Texas electric bills are often expensive because of the state’s high energy usage and hot summer temperatures.
Commercial electricity bills are typically more expensive than residential ones because businesses normally consume large amounts of power. However, commercial rates are normally lower to account for such high usage. The average commercial electric bill in Texas in 2023 was $748 per month. Nationally, the average annual commercial energy bill was $762.
Several factors impact the cost of electricity bills in Texas, including the size of your home. Generally, homes with more square footage will consume more electricity because they rely on increased heating, cooling, lighting, and more.
The average electricity bill for a one-bedroom apartment in Texas is $71.60 per month. This calculation is based on the average Texas electricity rate in 2023 and the typical energy usage for a one-bedroom apartment (500 kWh per month).
Two-bedroom apartments will likely rely on more electricity than one-bedroom or studio apartments because they are larger and have more rooms. A two-bedroom apartment in Texas has an average electric bill of $93.08 per month, based on the average annual rate and usage of a two-bedroom apartment (650 kWh per month).
The average monthly electric bill for a small- to medium-sized home in Texas is $150.20. This calculation is based on the most recent annual electricity rate in Texas and the typical energy usage in a home of this size, which is 1,000 kWh per month.
Larger homes normally use more electricity, which increases their electricity bills. Based on the average annual energy rate and typical monthly usage of 1,800 kWh, large homes in Texas pay an average of $270.36 in electric bills.
Based on the average usage per month in Texas (1,178 kWh), here are the average rates and monthly electricity bills by city:
| City | Average rate | Average electric bill |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 16.2 cents per kWh | $190.83 |
| Fort Worth | 15.9 cents per kWh | $187.30 |
| Houston | 15.9 cents per kWh | $187.30 |
Note: the rates in the table are reflective of the average rates for each city on the ChooseTexasPower marketplace within the 1,000 kWh usage tier. Actual rates in each area may vary.
Electric bills depend on energy consumption, which is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh). The average kWh usage in Texas is 1,178 kWh per month, according to data from the EIA. Texas residents tend to use more electricity than the national average, which is 899 kWh per month. The primary reason for Texas’ higher usage is because of the state’s hot summers. Residents and businesses rely more on air conditioning during the summer months, driving up their energy consumption.
You can lower your electricity bill by minimizing how much electricity you use each month. Here are a few simple changes you can make to reduce your power bill.
Another way to potentially lower your power bill is by switching to another Texas energy provider or plan with a lower rate. In deregulated areas of Texas, providers offer competitive rates to attract customers. Switching to another provider or a new plan with the same provider could help you lock in cheaper electricity rates and possibly reduce your bills.
Here’s how to switch energy providers in Texas:
If you have questions about how to switch providers or want to discuss the terms of a plan with an energy expert, call the number listed on this page.
