Electricity rates in Clear Lake Shores, TX
Clear Lake Shores (1,169 people, Galveston County) is served by 4 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 Clear Lake Shores
| 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 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Clear Lake Shores
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 Galveston County right now
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Outage history in Galveston County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 5,045 | 289 |
| Days with outages | 110 | 97 |
| Most customers out at once | 164,920 (114.2%) | 9,785 (6.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-08 | 2025-03-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (5,045 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Kemah 13.0¢
- Seabrook 13.0¢
- El Lago 13.0¢
- Taylor Lake Village 13.0¢
- Nassau Bay 13.0¢
- Bacliff 13.0¢
- League City 13.0¢
- Shoreacres 13.0¢
- Webster 13.0¢
- Dickinson 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77565, 77574, 77586
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Clear Lake Shores?
Most homes in Clear Lake Shores 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 Clear Lake Shores: 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 Clear Lake Shores?
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 Clear Lake Shores, TX?
4 utilities serve Clear Lake Shores's ZIP codes: CenterPoint Energy, Entergy Texas, Texas-New Mexico Power Co., San Bernard Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Clear Lake Shores 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 Clear Lake Shores?
In 2025, customers in Galveston County averaged 4 hr 49 min without power. Outages hit 97 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-24, when 9,785 customers (6.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.