Electricity rates in Arcola, TX
Arcola (1,668 people, Fort Bend County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on CenterPoint Energy pay about 13.00¢/kWh, 19% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Arcola
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CenterPoint Energy | Delivery (TDU) | 13.00¢ | $146 | 2.53M | 193 |
| Entergy Texas | Investor-owned utility | 14.28¢ | $177 | 469K | 403 |
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co. | Delivery (TDU) | 14.80¢ | $170 | 238K | 165 |
| San Bernard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $183 | 33K | 184 |
| Jackson Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.01¢ | $142 | 16K | — |
Cheapest electricity plans in Arcola
CenterPoint Energy area. Prices include delivery charges, shown at three usage levels from Power to Choose (2026-10-21).
| Provider · plan | Term | 500 kWh | 1,000 kWh | 2,000 kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AP Gas & Electric · SimpleSaver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.8¢ | 6.8¢ | 12.8¢ |
| Chariot Energy · GridPlus 12usage credit | 12 mo | 19.9¢ | 6.9¢ | 12.9¢ |
| Express Energy · Flash Value 12usage credit | 12 mo | 20.6¢ | 7.6¢ | 13.6¢ |
| Spark Energy · Sure Saver 12usage credit | 12 mo | 18.8¢ | 8.3¢ | 13.0¢ |
| Amigo Energy · Power Perks - 12usage credit | 12 mo | 22.9¢ | 9.9¢ | 15.9¢ |
Power outages in Fort Bend County right now
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Outage history in Fort Bend County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,452 | 84 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 236,443 (34%) | 17,979 (2.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-08 | 2025-03-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,452 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sienna Plantation 13.0¢
- Fresno 13.0¢
- Iowa Colony 13.0¢
- Manvel 13.0¢
- Fifth Street 13.0¢
- Missouri City 13.0¢
- Rosharon 13.0¢
- Stafford 13.0¢
- Brookside Village 13.0¢
- Pearland 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77053, 77545, 77583
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Arcola?
Most homes in Arcola get power from CenterPoint Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 13.00¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Arcola: Entergy Texas (14.28¢), Texas-New Mexico Power Co. (14.80¢), San Bernard Electric Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Arcola?
About $146 a month, based on 1,124 kWh a month (the average for CenterPoint Energy customers) at 13.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Arcola, TX?
5 utilities serve Arcola's ZIP codes: CenterPoint Energy, Entergy Texas, Texas-New Mexico Power Co., San Bernard Electric Co-op, Jackson Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Arcola is in Texas's competitive market, so CenterPoint Energy delivers power while you choose a retail electric provider.
How often does the power go out in Arcola?
In 2025, customers in Fort Bend County averaged 84 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-18, when 17,979 customers (2.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.