Alvin electricity rates
Compare every licensed supplier serving Alvin side by side — real per-kWh rates, no paid rankings, no sales calls. Texas-New Mexico Power delivers the power no matter which plan you pick.
What's a good rate? The typical Alvin plan runs about 15.1¢/kWh — anything near today's 13.30¢ floor is a strong deal.
Lowest rate in Alvin right now
13.30¢/kWh
across 41 licensed TX suppliers
Enter your ZIP for plans at your address
Reviewed byJohn Spencer· Updated June 2026
Independent & not affiliated with any supplier — ranked by real cost, never by who pays us.
Quick answer: The cheapest electricity rate in Alvin right now is 13.30¢/kWh, available from 41 licensed TX suppliers. Compare plans below or enter your ZIP code for personalized results.
Top 5 electricity rates in Alvin
The lowest honest per-kWh rates from Power to Choose, updated weekly. For context, the typical plan here runs about 15.1¢/kWh — so anything below that is a good rate.
Rank these plans for your home
Set your typical monthly usage — we'll re-rank every plan by what it would actually cost you, not just its headline rate.
Ranked by your estimated cost at 1,000 kWh/month (the typical household — change it above)
| Supplier | Rate at 1,000 kWh | Est. monthly | Term | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tara Energy Cheapest | 13.30¢/kWh | $133.00 | 6 mo fixed | View plan |
 Just Energy | 13.30¢/kWh | $133.00 | 6 mo fixed | View plan |
 Ranchero Power | 13.30¢/kWh | $133.00 | 6 mo fixed | View plan |
 Amigo Energy | 13.30¢/kWh | $133.00 | 6 mo fixed | View plan |
 True Power | 13.40¢/kWh | $134.00 | 12 mo fixed | View plan |
Every plan, ranked by your real cost
All 150plans — including variable and bill-credit plans — sorted by what they'd actually cost at 1,000 kWh. A plan that looks cheap at 1,000 kWh can cost much more at your usage; here it sorts to where it really belongs.
| # | Supplier | Rate at 1,000 kWh | Est. monthly | Type | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Budget PowerBill credit | 8.60¢/kWh | $86.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 2 | Chariot EnergyBill credit | 8.80¢/kWh | $88.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 3 | Energy TexasBill credit | 9.00¢/kWh | $90.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 4 | RhythmBill credit | 9.00¢/kWh | $90.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 5 | Amigo EnergyBill credit | 10.90¢/kWh | $109.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 6 | Just EnergyBill credit | 10.90¢/kWh | $109.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 7 | Tara EnergyBill credit | 10.90¢/kWh | $109.00 | Fixed · 12 mo | View |
| 8 | Southern Federal PowerBill credit | 13.10¢/kWh | $131.00 | Variable · 1 mo | View |
Rates for TX licensed suppliers, ranked by estimated cost at 1,000 kWh/month. Usage-sensitive (bill-credit) plans show their true effective rate at your usage, not the 1,000-kWh headline.
Major providers serving Alvin
The big national brands serve Alvintoo. Here's the lowest honest rate each one offers right now. Most price above the cheapest plans in our Top 5 above — we list them by name so you can compare like for like, not because they're the cheapest.
Just Energy
from 13.30¢/kWhBest price
Frontier Utilities
from 13.80¢/kWh
Gexa Energy
from 13.80¢/kWh
Rhythm
from 14.10¢/kWh
Spark Energy
from 15.00¢/kWh
Champion Energy
from 15.00¢/kWh
Constellation
from 15.10¢/kWh
Discount Power
from 15.40¢/kWh
Cirro Energy
from 15.50¢/kWh
Reliant Energy
from 16.50¢/kWh
Green Mountain Energy
from 16.90¢/kWh
Direct Energy
from 17.20¢/kWh
Prefer a specific provider? Check what they offer at your address.
What these plans really cost at your usage
Texas's cheapest-looking plans only win if you use almost exactly 1,000 kWhevery month — which real households don't.
That low headline rate comes from a bill creditthat lands only at 1,000 kWh. We'll be straight: at exactly 1,000 kWh the bill-credit plan really is cheaper. But a real Alvinhome swings between months — a mild spring (500 kWh) and a summer of AC (2,000 kWh) — and at those usages the "cheap" plan costs more than our honest flat-rate pick. See for yourself across three real usage levels.
Tara Energy
Sustainable Home Bundle - 6 · 6-month fixed
13.3¢/kWh
Roughly the same at any usage — no 1,000-kWh trick.
Budget Power
Prime 12
8.6¢/kWhonly at exactly 1,000 kWh
Its real per-kWh rate swings with usage (below).
| Monthly usage | Honest pick (¢/kWh · bill) | Bill-credit plan (¢/kWh · bill) |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh (light) | 14.5¢ · $73 | 21.9¢ · $110 |
| 1,000 kWh (exact target) | 13.3¢ · $133 | 8.6¢ · $86 |
| 2,000 kWh (heavy / summer AC) | 12.7¢ · $254 | 14.5¢ · $290 |
The honest read: the bill-credit plan is only the cheapest if you land almost exactly on 1,000 kWh every month. A typical Alvin household closer to 1,000 kWh pays about $133 on our flat pick versus roughly $219on the bill-credit plan once its credit doesn't apply. We rank the plan that's actually cheapest for real usage — not the lowest headline number.
Best plan by usage level
Your monthly bill depends on how much electricity you use.
Light usage (500 kWh)
500 kWh/month
Cheapest at this usage
14.20¢/kWh
Ranchero Power
Est. $71/month for generation
Average usage (1,000 kWh)
1000 kWh/month
Cheapest at this usage
8.60¢/kWh
Budget Power
Est. $86/month for generation
Heavy usage (2,000 kWh)
2000 kWh/month
Cheapest at this usage
12.50¢/kWh
Southern Federal Power
Est. $250/month for generation
Alvin at a glance
27k
Population
Texas-New Mexico Power
Primary utility
13.30¢
Lowest competitive rate
Lock in a rate from 13.30¢/kWh
Enter your ZIP to see every licensed TX supplier at your address — switching takes minutes.
Your utility vs. your supplier
Texas deregulated electricity generation in 2002. Your utility handles delivery; you choose who generates your power.
Distribution Utility
Texas-New Mexico Power
- Maintains power lines and infrastructure
- Handles outages and emergencies
- Sends your monthly bill
You can't change your utility
More about Texas-New Mexico Power & its cities →Your Supplier
You choose
- Generates your electricity
- Sets your generation rate
- Offers fixed or variable pricing
41 suppliers available in Alvin
Rates from 13.30¢/kWh
41%
of TX households have chosen a competitive supplier
100+
PUCT-licensed residential electricity suppliers
1-2
billing cycles to complete a supplier switch
Active suppliers in this area
Infuse Energy
7 plans
Ranchero Power
7 plans
Revolution Energy
7 plans
Chariot Energy
6 plans
True Power
6 plans
Octopus Energy
6 plans
Budget Power
5 plans
Southern Federal Power
5 plans
Ap Gas & Electric (Tx)
5 plans
Bkv Energy
5 plans
Texans Choice Power
5 plans
Reliant Energy
5 plans
How electricity choice works
Lower rates
Shop for rates below your utility's Provider of Last Resort
Same service
Your utility still delivers power and handles outages
Price protection
Fixed-rate plans lock in your rate for 6-24 months
Green options
100% renewable plans often cost the same or less
How to switch suppliers
Find your POLR
Check your utility bill for your current Provider of Last Resort. This is the benchmark rate to beat.
Compare rates
Use Power to Choose or compare suppliers here. Look at rate, term, and fees.
Enroll online
Sign up with your chosen supplier. Your utility handles the switch automatically.
Setting up electricity in Alvin
Moving to Alvin or switching providers? The mechanics are simple. Texas-New Mexico Power delivers your electricity over the same poles and wires no matter which retail provider you pick — so choosing or changing a plan never means a service interruption, a technician visit, or new equipment. You sign up with a provider, and the switch completes within one to two billing cycles.
To enroll you'll need your service address and, if you're already a customer, a recent bill (it lists your Texas-New Mexico Power account number and meter — handy but not always required). New to the address? You can usually start service for a future move-in date.
Alvinoutages & delivery contact
Power outages, downed lines, and meter problems are handled by your delivery utility, Texas-New Mexico Power — not by your retail provider. Report an outage to Texas-New Mexico Power at 888-866-7456 or at tnmp.com.
ZIP codes in Alvin
We track Texas-New Mexico Power rates and providers across Alvin, Brazoria County, including ZIP codes 77511, 77512.
Frequently asked questions
- Who has the cheapest electricity rate in Alvin?
- The cheapest clean, fixed-rate plan (3+ months) in Alvin is currently 13.30¢/kWh — that's the honest headline we rank on. But the truly "cheapest" plan depends on your usage: many Alvin plans advertise a lower number using bill credits that only apply around 1,000 kWh a month, so they aren't actually cheapest if your home uses more or less. That's why we re-rank every plan by what you'd really pay at your usage level instead of the teaser rate.
- How does electricity deregulation work in Alvin?
- Alvin is served by Texas-New Mexico Power, which delivers electricity to homes and businesses. Texas deregulated electricity generation in 2002, meaning you can choose a different company to generate your power while Texas-New Mexico Power continues to deliver it.
- Who delivers electricity in Alvin?
- Texas-New Mexico Power is the distribution utility for Alvin and Brazoria County. They own and maintain the power lines, handle outages, and send your bill. Regardless of which supplier you choose, Texas-New Mexico Power delivers your electricity.
- How do I switch electricity suppliers in Alvin?
- Three steps: Compare rates, enroll directly with your chosen supplier online, and wait 1-2 billing cycles for the switch to complete. There's no service interruption, no new equipment, and no fee from Texas-New Mexico Power to switch.
- What is the Provider of Last Resort for Texas-New Mexico Power customers?
- The Provider of Last Resort (POLR) is Texas-New Mexico Power's default generation rate for customers who don't choose a supplier. It changes periodically based on wholesale market prices. The POLR is the benchmark suppliers need to beat.
Related guides
Effective Rate vs Advertised Rate
Why a Texas plan's headline price isn't what you actually pay
Fixed vs Variable Rate Plans
Which plan type makes sense for your household
How to Choose an Electricity Company
A step-by-step framework for picking the right provider
Understanding Your Electricity Bill
What every line item on your Texas bill actually means
Early Termination Fees Explained
What it costs to leave a fixed-term contract early
How Much Does Electricity Cost Per Month?
Typical monthly bills by usage and how to lower yours
How we collect this data
Rate data is sourced from Power to Choose, the official TX PUC marketplace, and refreshed weekly. Volt Butler is an independent comparison site — we don't accept payments from suppliers to rank them higher. The Texas-New Mexico Power Provider of Last Resort is sourced from Texas-New Mexico Power's most recent published rate schedule.
Ready to compare Alvin electricity rates?
Enter your ZIP code to see available suppliers and rates.
Free comparison · 41+ PUCT-licensed suppliers · EIA-cited data