Electricity rates in Baytown, TX
Baytown (76,335 people, Chambers County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Entergy Texas pay about 14.28¢/kWh, 11% less than the Texas average. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can pick your retail provider.
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Electric companies serving Baytown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Texas | Investor-owned utility | 14.28¢ | $177 | 469K | 403 |
| CenterPoint Energy | Delivery (TDU) | 13.00¢ | $146 | 2.53M | 193 |
| San Bernard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $183 | 33K | 184 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Baytown
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 Chambers County right now
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Outage history in Chambers County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 11,514 | 228 |
| Days with outages | 162 | 57 |
| Most customers out at once | 60,514 (229.4%) | 3,739 (14.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-12-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (11,514 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- La Porte 13.0¢
- Highlands 13.0¢
- Shoreacres 13.0¢
- Channelview 13.0¢
- Deer Park 13.0¢
- Mont Belvieu 14.3¢
- Barrett 14.3¢
- Taylor Lake Village 13.0¢
- Seabrook 13.0¢
- El Lago 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77520, 77521, 77522, 77523
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Baytown?
Most homes in Baytown get power from Entergy Texas, where residential customers pay an average of 14.28¢/kWh including all charges. The Texas average is 15.96¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Baytown: CenterPoint Energy (13.00¢), San Bernard Electric Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Baytown?
About $177 a month, based on 1,237 kWh a month (the average for Entergy Texas customers) at 14.28¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Baytown, TX?
3 utilities serve Baytown's ZIP codes: Entergy Texas, CenterPoint Energy, San Bernard Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Baytown 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 Baytown?
In 2025, customers in Chambers County averaged 3 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 57 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-06, when 3,739 customers (14.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.