Electricity rates · July 2026
Electricity rates in Texas
Homes in Texas paid an average of 15.88¢ per kWh in July 2026 — below the U.S. average of 18.31¢ and up 3.4% from a year earlier. It ranks #30 of 51 (50 states and D.C.), from most to least expensive.
- Residential price per kWh
- 15.88¢
- U.S. 18.31¢
- Commercial price per kWh
- 8.47¢
- U.S. 14.53¢
- Industrial price per kWh
- 7.07¢
- U.S. 9.77¢
- All sectors price per kWh
- 10.91¢
- U.S. 14.99¢
What electricity costs per month in Texas
Cost at the state average residential price, which includes taxes and fees. Your utility's rates may differ. Try your own kWh.
| Monthly use | Texas | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $79 | $92 |
| 900 kWh | $143 | $165 |
| 1,200 kWh | $191 | $220 |
| 1,500 kWh | $238 | $275 |
Texas vs. the West South Central region
Residential price per kWh, July 2026, and change from a year earlier.
| Area | Price | vs. year ago |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15.88¢ | +3.4% |
| West South Central average | 15.21¢ | +3.4% |
| Oklahoma | 14.35¢ | +6.1% |
| Arkansas | 14.33¢ | +8.1% |
| Louisiana | 12.72¢ | -3.0% |
Could solar cut your Texas bill?
At 15.88¢/kWh, our example 7 kW system pays back in 12.5 years and saves $1,580 in year one.
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Texas?
15.88¢ per kWh for residential customers in July 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is below the national average of 18.31¢. Your own rate depends on your utility and plan.
How much does 1,000 kWh of electricity cost in Texas?
At the state average of 15.88¢/kWh, 1,000 kWh of energy costs about $159. That average already includes taxes and fees spread across all kWh sold; your own cost depends on your utility's rates and how much you use.
Are electricity prices in Texas going up?
The July 2026 average was up 3.4% from the same month a year earlier (15.36¢). Recent EIA months are preliminary and can be revised.
Is solar worth it in Texas at these prices?
For our example 7 kW system on a 10,500 kWh/yr home with full net metering, payback in Texas is 12.5 years at today's average price. It depends heavily on your rate, roof and how your utility credits exports — see the state solar page for details.
Electricity rates in other states
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (average price of electricity to ultimate customers), July 2026. Recent months are preliminary. Monthly cost examples multiply the average price by usage; EIA derives the average by dividing utility revenue (including taxes and fees) by kWh sold.
