Electricity rates in Fairchilds, TX
Fairchilds (1,027 people, Fort Bend County) is served by CenterPoint Energy. 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 Fairchilds
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CenterPoint Energy | Delivery (TDU) | 13.00¢ | $146 | 2.53M | 193 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Fairchilds
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
- Needville 13.0¢
- Pleak 13.0¢
- Rosenberg 13.0¢
- Richmond 13.0¢
- Greatwood 13.0¢
- New Territory 13.0¢
- Pecan Grove 13.0¢
- Boling 15.0¢
- Sugar Land 13.0¢
- Sienna Plantation 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77444, 77461, 77496
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fairchilds?
Most homes in Fairchilds 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Fairchilds?
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 Fairchilds, TX?
CenterPoint Energy serves Fairchilds. Fairchilds 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 Fairchilds?
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.