Best Electricity Plans for 1,000 kWh — Average Texas Household Guide
Based on active Texas plans with valid 1,000 kWh pricing data. Refreshed every 6 hours. Confirm current rates with the provider.
Estimated costs are informational. Provider rates and plan terms may change. Confirm current details directly with the provider.
1,000 kWh per month is the benchmark the entire Texas electricity market is built around. Every provider is required to publish estimated costs at this usage level, which makes it the most useful starting point for comparison — but also the level where plans are most carefully engineered to look good. Understanding how plans behave just above and below 1,000 kWh is what separates a smart shopper from someone who gets surprised when their bill comes.
Who uses this much electricity
A 1,200–1,800 sq ft home with central A/C and 2–3 occupants, typically in spring or fall. Summer usage for the same home commonly climbs to 1,300–1,800 kWh due to sustained A/C load. Gas-heated homes may drop to 600–800 kWh electrically in winter.
Why it matters for plan selection
Multiple plans can look nearly identical at 1,000 kWh but diverge significantly at 900 or 1,100 kWh. The real differentiators are threshold-based credits, tiered rates, and contract terms. An average household that varies between 800 and 1,200 kWh month to month needs a plan that performs well across that range, not just at the benchmark.
Shopping Strategy
- 1Start with the EFL's estimated cost at 1,000 kWh, then also check the 500 and 2,000 kWh estimates to understand the plan's pricing range.
- 2Calculate the effective rate: take the 1,000 kWh estimated total cost and divide by 1,000. Plans that advertise '9 cents/kWh' but show a $130 estimated bill at 1,000 kWh are actually 13 cents/kWh all-in.
- 3Look for any credit language in the EFL: 'bill credit of $X when usage is between Y and Z kWh.' Note the exact threshold boundaries.
- 4Compare the 1,000 kWh estimate vs. the 500 kWh estimate. If the difference is more than $50, there is likely a threshold credit at 1,000 kWh that you won't get in low months.
- 5Review the early termination fee before signing. For a 12-month plan at 1,000 kWh/month, even a $150 ETF is modest. For a 24-month plan, check whether rates are low enough to justify the commitment.
- 6Factor in your seasonal range. If your summer usage is 1,400 kWh, also compare plans at that level to avoid surprises.
Many plans are specifically optimized to look cheap at exactly 1,000 kWh by building in a large credit that triggers at that threshold. If your usage drops to 950 kWh in a mild month, or rises to 1,050 kWh in early summer, the credit structure may not apply — and your effective rate changes substantially.
Bill Examples
Estimates include both energy charges and TDSP delivery charges. Actual bills vary by area and provider.
| Scenario | Estimated Bill |
|---|---|
| 1,400 sq ft home, spring, gas heat, 2 occupants | $110–$140/month all-in (~900–1,000 kWh) |
| Same home, August peak summer, A/C running heavily | $155–$210/month all-in (~1,300–1,600 kWh) |
| 1,800 sq ft home, year-round average usage | $125–$165/month all-in (~1,050–1,200 kWh average) |
| Same household on a plan with a threshold credit at 1,000 kWh, mild month | $135–$175/month — credit doesn't trigger at 950 kWh, bill jumps |
Plans Ranked for 1,000 kWh Monthly Usage
Showing plans for the Dallas/Oncor service area as a starting point. Change your ZIP code to see plans and delivery charges for your specific area.
| # | Plan | Provider | Rate (1,000 kWh) | Est. bill (1,000 kWh) | Term | Fine print |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SimpleSaver 12 | AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC | 7.1¢/kWh | $71/mo | 12 mo | Credit cliff at 1,000 kWh, $150 cancel fee |
| 2 | GridPlus 12 | CHARIOT ENERGY | 7.2¢/kWh | $72/mo | 12 mo | Credit cliff at 1,000 kWh, $15 cancel fee |
| 3 | Rhythm Max Saver 12 | RHYTHM | 7.7¢/kWh | $82/mo | 12 mo | Credit cliff at 1,000 kWh, $20 cancel fee |
| 4 | The Lone Saver Plus 12 | Energy Texas | 7.7¢/kWh | $82/mo | 12 mo | Credit cliff at 1,000 kWh, $20 cancel fee |
| 5 | Bill Credit Bundle 13 | Discount Power | 8.4¢/kWh | $84/mo | 13 mo | Credit cliff at 1,000 kWh, $150 cancel fee |
Estimated bills include Oncordelivery charges. Confirm final pricing on the provider's Electricity Facts Label before enrolling. Use the interactive comparison below to rank all 150 plans at your own usage, or the full comparison tool.
Estimates shown are informational and may change with provider updates or TDSP delivery charge revisions. Confirm final EFL terms with the provider before enrollment.
Recommended Plan Characteristics
Look for plans that meet these criteria at 1,000 kWh.
- Stable effective rate across a 700–1,300 kWh usage range (no sharp cliffs)
- Bill credits, if present, at a threshold below typical monthly usage (e.g., credit at 500 kWh rather than 1,000 kWh)
- Fixed energy charge per kWh — no tiered rates that increase above a certain usage level
- Contract length that matches your housing stability (12 months for renters, 24+ for homeowners)
- A provider with a responsive customer service record and a clear dispute process
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Estimated costs are informational. Provider rates and plan terms may change. Confirm current details directly with the provider.