Electricity rates in Hitchcock, TX
Hitchcock (7,621 people, Galveston County) is served by 3 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 Hitchcock
| 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 |
Cheapest electricity plans in Hitchcock
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
- La Marque 13.0¢
- Bayou Vista 13.0¢
- Santa Fe 13.0¢
- Tiki Island 13.0¢
- Texas City 13.0¢
- Dickinson 13.0¢
- San Leon 13.0¢
- Bacliff 13.0¢
- Jamaica Beach 13.0¢
- League City 13.0¢
ZIP codes: 77563
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hitchcock?
Most homes in Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock: Entergy Texas (14.28¢), Texas-New Mexico Power Co. (14.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hitchcock?
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 Hitchcock, TX?
3 utilities serve Hitchcock's ZIP codes: CenterPoint Energy, Entergy Texas, Texas-New Mexico Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address. Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock?
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.