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What Alvin plans cost right now

Live pricing for the TNMP delivery territory · August 2026

16.6¢
Average across live Alvin plans
8.2¢
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Computed across 122 live plans at 1,000 kWh, TNMP delivery included — every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with. Same wires either way; only the contract changes.

Advertised rates are built to win the ad, not your bill — they only hold at one exact usage. Every number on this page already bakes in fees, credits, and delivery, so the trick doesn’t work here.

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Top plans

Top Alvin plans by monthly usage

Fees and bill credits bend each plan’s price curve — that’s how a bargain ad turns into an ugly bill. Pick the tab closest to your monthly usage and the trick stops working. Delivery included.

Order now = online checkout in about 10 minutes. Pick your start date — same-day at most addresses — and your account number arrives by email.

Today’s standout

Best-value 12-month plan

Rhythm Max Saver 12

Rhythm Energy

8.3¢

at 1,000 kWh

$83

est. monthly total

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The lowest effective 12-month rate we price in the Alvin area today. Your usage may crown a different winner — price it at your numbers.

Your delivery utility

Who delivers electricity in Alvin

TNMP owns and maintains the poles, wires, and meters in Alvin. Whichever plan you pick, TNMP still delivers the power and restores outages — switching providers never changes your wires. Every price on this page already includes TNMP delivery charges. If a rate elsewhere looks lower, check whether delivery is in it yet.

Quick answers

Alvin electricity questions, answered

As of August 2026, plans we offer in the TNMP territory average 16.6¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly use, and today’s lowest effective rate is 8.2¢. Advertised rates move with your usage, so price plans at your own numbers.

TNMP is Alvin’s transmission and delivery utility. It owns the wires and meters and restores outages. You choose your retail electricity provider; TNMP delivers no matter who you pick.

Yes — most Alvin addresses have smart meters, so orders placed by 5 p.m. on a business day can start the same day. Pick your start date at checkout, up to 90 days ahead.

Compare effective rates at YOUR usage, not advertised rates — fees and bill credits bend each plan differently. Check the contract length and cancellation fee, then confirm delivery charges are included. The tables on this page do all three, and checkout takes about ten minutes.

Yes. Texas law gives you a 14-day window before your contract end date to switch with NO early-termination fee. Find your end date on your bill, then shop it today — the expensive move is drifting onto a holdover rate.

It changes with your usage. The lowest effective rate we price in Alvin today is 8.2¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh — but a plan that wins at 1,000 kWh can lose at 2,000. Enter your ZIP and usage to see which company is cheapest for your home.

We currently price 122 plans in Alvin, every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with, priced with delivery included.

Who sells here

Electricity companies serving Alvin

17 providers sell into the TNMP territory today, between them offering 122 residential plans. Cheapest first, priced at 1,000 kWh with fees and delivery included.

17
companies selling here
8.2¢
cheapest today, all in
122
plans between them

Every provider here is licensed by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. A licence says they can sell to you; it says nothing about whether the plan is any good. Compare the total at your own usage, not the headline rate.

By ZIP code

Electricity rates by ZIP code in Alvin

Alvin spans 3 ZIP codes. Rates are set by delivery territory rather than ZIP, so these will usually match — check yours if your street sits on a boundary.

Why Texans trust us

We’d rather you stay than switch wrong

We’ve read thousands of confusing Texas bills. We know the sting when the “great rate” turns out to be neither — and it’s not because you did anything wrong.

We tell 47% of shoppers to keep the plan they already have.

Online checkout takes about 10 minutes, start date up to 90 days out.

Ten minutes from now you can be done with it: plan locked at your real usage, start date set, account number in your inbox.

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Moving to Alvin? Set up your utilities in one pass

Electricity is the only utility you choose — and the only one where the wrong pick costs you every month. The rest come fixed with your address. The whole list:

  1. 1

    Turn on electricity

    Most Alvin addresses have smart meters — order by 5 p.m. on a business day and power can start the same day. Pick from today’s plans above, or price every plan we offer at your usage.

    Price plans for your new address →
  2. 2

    Start water & sewer

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

    City of Alvin Water Department Call 281-388-4200 Website →
    City of Alvin Wastewater Department Call 281-388-4200 Website →
  3. 3

    Connect natural gas

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

  4. 4

    Set up trash & recycling

    Set by your address — one provider, no shopping needed.

    City of Alvin Solid Waste Services Call 281-388-4200 Website →
Go deeper The full Alvin electricity guide Read the guide ↓

About Alvin: population 27,098 · Brazoria County · deregulated — you choose your provider.

Your insider’s guide to finding the best electricity rates and energy plans in Alvin

Whether a business owner, new resident, or long-time citizen of Alvin, use of this comprehensive guide will enable you to find your best solution for an electricity plan.

Alvin electricity rates

ProviderPlanPriceTermCancellation FeeTypeDocs
A
APGESimpleSaver 10 Credits8.2c per kWh10 Mo$150Fixed
R
Rhythm EnergyRhythm Max Saver 12 Green Credits8.3c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
A
APGESimpleSaver 12 Credits8.3c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
E
Energy TexasThe Lone Saver Plus 12 Green Credits8.3c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
R
Rhythm EnergyRhythm Max Saver 24 Green Credits8.4c per kWh24 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
A
APGESimpleSaver 24 Credits8.4c per kWh24 Mo$250Fixed
4
4Change EnergyMaxx Saver Value 8 Credits8.5c per kWh8 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
F
Frontier UtilitiesSaver Plus 12 Credits8.8c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Total: 122 plans Utility: TNMP Fetched: 9:28 PM

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As a resident or business owner within Alvin, you have the power to choose the electricity provider that best meets your specific needs.

Compare Power is a free consumer service started in 2009 to assist residents of Alvin in searching for their best electricity plan.

These official rates are the same rates you’ll find contacting the energy companies or visiting them online.

Offers from several different electricity providers are shown in a convenient format that makes comparing your options simple and fast.

This assures Texas energy customers avoid hidden markups and marketing gimmicks by comparing plans “apples-to-apples” without throwing away hours making phone calls or sorting through hundreds of different websites.

Electricity in Alvin is deregulated. As an energy customer, you have a choice when choosing a retail electricity provider (your electricity provider), which gives you flexibility and power over your energy bills.

Deregulation of electricity in the state de-monopolized the energy market for most of Texas, the city of Alvin included, which introduced lots of competition.

As a result, many excellent power providers compete for your business in Alvin by offering low rates, making it a great time to compare, switch, and lower costs on your power statement.

As many as 65+ providers compete for your business in Alvin, with hundreds of plans to choose from.

Average electricity rates in Alvin

May 2026

The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 16.4¢, 11% less than the U.S. average.

The average Texas business electricity rate is 8.3¢, 39% less than the U.S. average.

EIA Rates

Residential · Texas · last 24 months

14.6¢15.2¢15.8¢16.4¢17.0¢06/2405/2505/26
Latest
16.4¢/kWh
Period avg
15.5¢/kWh
Min
14.6¢/kWh
Max
17.0¢/kWh
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA Form 826) · snapshot 2026-07-23.
  • Emily (TX, United States)

How to find the best energy plan in Alvin

#1 rule: Determine what your usage is!

Discovering the amount of electricity you will consume in a month is the best way to find a deal on power in Alvin. Why does this matter?

The “price per kWh” you see energy providers advertising is for an exact monthly usage (usually 1000 kWh).

Every plan has a different calculation for how your monthly bill is calculated, and your monthly bill will be determined by how much power you consume in a month.

Unless you use the advertised amount each month, you will end up paying a “price per kWh” different than what you saw when you ordered.

Thankfully, there’s a better way to shop for electricity rates.

Calculating your total monthly bill based on anticipated monthly usage, then comparing plans by total monthly bill, is the best way to shop for the best rate for your household.

Even better, if you have a year of usage history for your household, you can compare plans by total annual cost. This annualized method considers the changes in usage between the summer and winter months and is the absolute best way to determine the ideal energy rate plan for your home.

Compare Power does all this math for you in an instant. What could take you hours inside a spreadsheet is now done in a few moments.

We put you in the driver’s seat, taking what would amount to hours of research, spreadsheets, and calculations across hundreds of offers, and navigate you step-by-step to the energy rate plan that’s best for your household’s consumption.

We clarify the fine print, disclosing the various charges, so you’ll know precisely where your money is going and what to expect on your monthly bill.

We then help you in signing up with your chosen power company without ever having to leave our service.

The bottom line is you must determine your expected or historical usage before picking the right electricity plan for your home.

Energy usage history document showing monthly consumption data with pen pointing to figures

If you don’t know your usage, estimate

If you cannot acquire 12 months of historical usage, or you’re the owner of a brand new home, the next best thing is to estimate how much energy you will use in an average month.

Although knowing the previous 12 months of usage is optimum, it is far better to estimate the average energy consumption than to select the first electricity provider that you see advertised. After all, you have no idea how much energy you will use at that point.

Use Compare Power to find the best energy plan for your**specific usage.

Moving to Alvin: Setting up electricity

If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Alvin, to get the best rate, you need to get the previous 12 months of energy usage for your new home.

Ask the previous homeowner to provide you with their past 12 months of usage.

This information is readily found in recent billing statements.

It may take some effort to acquire usage for the past 12 months, but the time (and savings) will be well worth it.

Once you have historical usage, Compare Power will do the math instantly to help you find the best plan for your home’s usage pattern.

Note: If you are unable to obtain historical usage information, a second option would be to estimate your future usage via utilizing our “Help Me Choose” tool. By simply entering your zip code, the tool will be able to assess your home’s projected electricity consumption.

By signing up for a plan through Compare Power, you will receive automated reminders when it’s time to renew your existing plan or possibly switch plans.

Switching electricity companies in Alvin

Switching is good. Market conditions are constantly changing, so it is essential to shop for a lower price each year when your contract expires.

Your existing electricity provider will typically raise your energy rate once your contract expires. If you fail to take action, you’ll be left on a month-to-month rate that is significantly more than the plan you signed up for.

Electric plug on hundred dollar bills with utility bill showing balance and electric charges

Before renewing your contract, check the rates of competing electricity providers.

Switching can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars yearly on your electricity bill.

Switching is easy:

When you make the switch, your new energy company will take care of everything for you, including terminating service with your previous company.

There is no loss of power when you switch. Electricity in Alvin is all delivered by the Oncor Transmission and Distribution Utility.

The wires and poles that deliver power to your home do not change when you switch electricity companies. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can pick any date up to 14 days before your current contract’s end date without an “early termination” fee. Texas law protects you here.

If you’re still under contract, find out how many months remain on your contract. You can set a future start date with most providers up to 6o days in advance.

And even if you’re well inside your contract, savings achieved on your monthly bill by switching companies may outweigh the fee of breaking your existing contract.

If you are unsure, email us your latest energy bill, and one of our team members will respond to you promptly with your best options.

If you’re ready to switch and would like to know how to find the best plan remember that knowing your usage is the best way to find the truly cheapest price.

You will want to gather your historical usage for the past 12 months to determine the best plan with the lowest rate for your household.

Alvin energy companies

Provider Phone Rating
Good Charlie Energy 800-205-5230 4.9 (1,380)
Ambit Energy 877-282-6248 4.7 (563)
Frontier Utilities 877-437-7442 4.7 (16,419)
Gexa Energy 866-961-9399 4.7 (27,650)
Payless Power 855-854-8490 4.7 (22,601)
Pogo Energy 888-764-6669 4.7 (4,048)
Rhythm Energy 855-441-3030 4.7 (5,430)
TXU Energy 866-370-2440 4.7 (9,779)
Constellation 888-900-7052 4.6 (3,711)
Veteran Energy 800-578-7070 4.6 (1,322)
4Change Energy 855-784-2426 4.5
Amigo Energy 214-550-6496 4.5 (17)
BKV Energy 855-258-4797 4.5 (1,131)
Clearview Energy 800-746-4702 4.4 (1,068)
Just Energy 214-245-4065 4.4 (448)
Power Express 877-400-0232 4.4 (208)
Reliant 877-282-6248 4.4 (2,521)
Alliance Power 877-777-2017 4.3 (6)
APGE 877-544-4857 4.3 (2,732)
Chariot Energy 844-854-2257 4.2 (989)
Spark Energy 877-547-7275 4.2 (2,602)
Stream Energy 888-962-5888 4.2 (1,241)
TriEagle Energy 888-893-6737 4.2 (2,247)
Direct Energy 855-461-1926 4.0 (1,681)
Octopus Energy 833-628-6888 4.0 (126)
STAT Energy 855-207-7828 4.0 (100)
Varsity Energy 877-827-7389 4.0 (118)
Acacia Energy 877-997-2946 3.9 (1,800)
Green Mountain 877-245-7795 3.9 (3,294)
IronHorse 866-316-1549 3.9 (160)

Showing 30 active providers · residential. Sorted by Google rating.

Are you trying to find an excellent electricity company in Alvin?

You can sign up for service with great companies such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

Click on the provider of your choice to view rates, learn more, or sign up.

No-deposit electricity plans in Alvin

If you need to find an energy plan in Alvin that requires no deposit, we can help.

If charged a deposit on your first plan selection, Compare Power will automatically show you other plans available without a deposit.

Instead of calling around power providers or browsing through websites to determine if different electricity companies need a deposit, this will save you a lot of time and effort.

Working for you, we will instantly check any deposit requirements for other plans, allowing you to get power and return to your everyday activities stress-free.

Learn how to get no deposit lights.

Deposit Waivers

You may be eligible to have the deposit waived if you meet one of the requirements from the Texas Public Utility Commission §25.478 - PUCT §25.478.

If you have any questions about deposit waivers, you can contact us. One of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible.

Alvin business energy plans

If you manage a company in Alvin, you’re not alone.

Alvin has become a thriving place for many small to mid-sized companies. The town is small enough to get to know people and thrive, yet close enough to large metropolitan cities that provide even more growth opportunities.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

To lower your energy costs, you need to compare rates from competing providers.

Compare Power bridges the gap between your business and energy providers by inviting various energy providers to compete for your business in a sealed bid process.

You submit your information once, and the providers will present their bids. You get to pick the cheapest rate. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click hereto get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Alvin utilities

Electricity

To learn more about smart meters or to download your electricity usage, visit (713) 207-2222.

To report an issue with your electricity service or power outages in Alvin, visit the https://outage.centerpointenergy.com or call them at (713) 207-2222.

Gas

For gas service in Alvin, call or visit Alvin’s official city website to determine who your provider is.

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Alvin, water, garbage, sewer, and recycling services are usually handled by the City of Alvin.

Other utility service areas in Texas

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Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Alvin was founded in 1893 and named after Alvin Morgan, a Santa Fe Railroad land commissioner who helped establish the town as a railroad stop. The city grew rapidly as a shipping point for rice, cotton, and cattle, becoming known as the 'Gateway to the Gulf Coast' due to its strategic location between Houston and Galveston.

RECENT

In 2017, Alvin made national headlines during Hurricane Harvey when the city received over 40 inches of rain in just four days, making it one of the hardest-hit areas in Texas. The community's remarkable recovery effort, led by local volunteers and the 'Alvin Strong' movement, rebuilt hundreds of homes and businesses within two years.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Baseball legend Nolan Ryan was born and raised in Alvin, where he developed his legendary fastball throwing rocks at fence posts as a child. The Nolan Ryan Foundation is headquartered in Alvin, and the city's baseball complex bears his name, celebrating the Hall of Famer who threw seven no-hitters during his MLB career.

DID YOU KNOW

Alvin is home to the world's largest rattlesnake roundup outside of Oklahoma, held annually since 1982 at the Brazoria County Fairgrounds. The event features live rattlesnake demonstrations, snake milking exhibitions, and even rattlesnake meat tastings, drawing thousands of visitors who come to see handlers work with western diamondback rattlesnakes up to 6 feet long.

CULTURAL

Alvin hosts the annual 'Alvin Maifest' celebration each May, featuring authentic German food, polka dancing, and traditional Bavarian entertainment that reflects the area's German immigrant heritage. The festival includes a unique 'Chicken Dance Contest' and bratwurst eating competition, making it one of the most anticipated cultural events in Brazoria County with over 15,000 attendees annually.

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

281-388-4200

Website

216 W Sealy St, Alvin, TX 77511

Water

City of Alvin Water Department

281-388-4200

Website

Natural Gas

CenterPoint Energy

713-659-2111

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Alvin Solid Waste Services

281-388-4200

Website

School District

Alvin Independent School District

281-824-0567

Website

Public Library

281-388-4686

Website