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What Balch Springs plans cost right now

Live pricing for the Oncor delivery territory · August 2026

15.3¢
Average across live Balch Springs plans
6.8¢
Where plans we price start today
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Computed across 122 live plans at 1,000 kWh, Oncor 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 Balch Springs 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

SimpleSaver 12

APGE

6.8¢

at 1,000 kWh

$68

est. monthly total

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

Your delivery utility

Who delivers electricity in Balch Springs

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

Quick answers

Balch Springs electricity questions, answered

As of August 2026, plans we offer in the Oncor territory average 15.3¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh of monthly use, and today’s lowest effective rate is 6.8¢. Advertised rates move with your usage, so price plans at your own numbers.

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

Yes — most Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs today is 6.8¢ 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 Balch Springs, every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with, priced with delivery included.

Who sells here

Electricity companies serving Balch Springs

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

17
companies selling here
6.8¢
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 Balch Springs

Balch Springs spans 7 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 Balch Springs? 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 Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs Water Department Call 972-557-6000 Website →
    City of Balch Springs Wastewater Services Call 972-557-6000 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 Balch Springs Solid Waste Services Call 972-557-6000 Website →
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About Balch Springs: population 25,169 · Dallas County · deregulated — you choose your provider.

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

If you’re a long-time resident, new to Balch Springs, own a business, or need no-deposit electricity, this thorough guide will help you discover your perfect electricity plan in Balch Springs.

Balch Springs electricity rates

ProviderPlanPriceTermCancellation FeeTypeDocs
A
APGESimpleSaver 12 Credits6.8c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
A
APGESimpleSaver 10 Credits6.8c per kWh10 Mo$150Fixed
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4Change EnergyMaxx Saver Value 12 Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
F
Frontier UtilitiesSaver Plus 12 Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
G
Gexa EnergyEco Saver Plus 12 Green Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
G
Gexa EnergySaver Plus 12 Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
R
Rhythm EnergyRhythm Max Saver 12 Green Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
E
Energy TexasThe Lone Saver Plus 12 Green Credits6.9c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Total: 122 plans Utility: Oncor Fetched: 9:28 PM

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You have the power to choose your home’s electric company in Balch Springs.

Compare Power is a free consumer service started in 2009 to assist residents of Balch Springs in shopping for their best energy plan.

These official rates are the identical rates you’ll find calling the energy providers or visiting their websites.

Offers from a number of different electricity providers are outlined in a standardized grid that makes evaluating alternatives simple and quick.

This helps Texas energy customers avoid hidden charges and advertising gimmicks by comparing plans “apples-to-apples” without throwing away hours of time calling different energy companies or clicking around on hundreds of different online sites.

Electricity in Balch Springs has been deregulated. As a consumer of energy, you have a choice when it comes to selecting a retail electricity provider (your energy provider), which gives you control and power over your energy bill.

Deregulation of energy in Texas de-monopolized the electricity market for the majority of Texas, the city of Balch Springs included, which introduced massive competition.

As a result, many excellent retail electricity providers compete for your business in Balch Springs by offering low prices, making it a great time to compare, switch, and save money on your electricity bill.

As many as 60-100 providers compete for your account in Balch Springs and there are hundreds of plans to select from.

Average Electricity Rates in Balch Springs

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.
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How to find the best energy plan in Balch Springs

#1 rule: Usage is key!

Discovering the amount of electricity you will use in a month is the best way to shop for electricity in Balch Springs. Why is this so vital?

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

Every plan uses a different equation for how your monthly bill is computed, and your monthly bill will vary depending on how much electricity you consume in a month.

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

Fortunately, there’s a better way to select your energy provider.

Calculating your total monthly bill based on estimated monthly usage, then comparing rates by total monthly bill, is the best way to shop for the best rate for you.

Better yet, if you have 12 months of usage history for your home, you can compare plans by total annual cost. This annualized method takes into account the changes in usage between the summer and winter months and is the ideal way to find the right electricity plan for your home.

Compare Power does all the complicated math for you in an instant. What could take you hours on a spreadsheet is now done in just seconds.

We put you in the driver’s seat, taking what would amount to hours of investigation, spreadsheets, and calculations across hundreds of offers, and assist you step-by-step to the electricity rate plan that’s best for your home’s usage.

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

We then help you in ordering your plan with your selected power company without ever having to leave our website.

The takeaway here is you should understand your expected or historical usage before picking the right energy 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 are unable to 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.

While not as optimal as having all the previous 12 months of usage, estimating your average usage is better than blindly choosing the first plan you see advertised by an energy provider at a specific usage that isn’t what you’ll consume.

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

Moving to Balch Springs: Setting up electricity

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

Ask the previous home-owner 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 can’t obtain usage history, you can estimate your monthly usage instead. Utilize our “Help Me Choose” tool when you enter your zip code below and we’ll help you evaluate your home’s usage.

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

Switching electricity companies in Balch Springs

Switching is good. Market conditions are always in flux, so it is important to shop for a lower rate every year when your contract is about to expire.

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

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

Before renewing your contract make sure to shop the rates of competing energy companies.

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

Switching is easy:

When you decide to switch, your new energy provider will handle everything for you including terminating service with your previous company.

Your lights stay on when you switch. Electricity in Balch Springs 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 energy providers. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can choose any date within 14 days of your contract expiration date without an “early termination” penalty. That’s Texas Law.

If you’re still under contract, check how many months remain on your contract. You can set a future start date with most companies 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 to break 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.

Keep in mind that when you get ready to switch, and you want to know the most efficient way to find the right plan at the best rate, it is essential that you first understand your usage. To accomplish that, you will need to collect the usage history for the past 12 months.

Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs?

You can enroll for service with great electricity providers such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

To sign up, learn more, or view current rates, click on the company of your choosing.

No-deposit electricity plans in Balch Springs

Need to find an energy plan in Balch Springs that doesn’t require a deposit?

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

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

We will check the other plans for any deposit obligations immediately so you can get your lights on and get back to your day.

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.

Balch Springs business power plans

If you own a company in Balch Springs, you’ll find many other companies also call Balch Springs home.

Balch Springs is home to a significant number of small and large companies and is a great town to run a company.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

To lower your electricity costs, you need to compare prices from competing energy companies.

Compare Power bridges the gap between your business and energy companies 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 to choose the best rate. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click hereto get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Balch Springs utilities

Electricity

To learn more about Smart Meters, or to download your Electricity Usage, visit +1 (888) 313-4747.

To report an issue with your electricity service or power outages in Balch Springs, visit the https://stormcenter.oncor.com or call them at +1 (888) 313-4747.

Gas

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

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

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

Other utility service areas in Texas

Not in the Oncor Service area? Search low electricity rates by service area and local utility company.

Click on your Texas Distribution Utility (TDU) below to compare electricity rates in your service area.

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Are you searching for a lower electricity rate in a different city? If so, you can find the location below, and then click to sign up for a more affordable electricity plan.

If your city is not on the list, use the zip code finder for a rate lower than what you currently pay in your city.

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Balch Springs was founded in 1953 and named after John Balch, who settled in the area in the 1840s and established a natural spring that became a vital water source for travelers and settlers. The community remained largely rural until the post-World War II suburban boom transformed it from farmland into a residential suburb of Dallas.

RECENT

In 2019, Balch Springs completed a major downtown revitalization project that included the construction of a new civic center and community plaza. The $15 million investment brought modern amenities to the city center and created a focal point for community events and local government services.

OTHER

FAMOUS PEOPLE/EVENTS: Balch Springs gained national attention in 2017 when it became the center of a significant police reform movement following a controversial incident. The city's response and subsequent policy changes became a model studied by other municipalities across Texas for community policing reforms.

DID YOU KNOW

Despite being a small city, Balch Springs is home to one of the largest community gardens in the Dallas metroplex, spanning over 5 acres. The garden was originally started by Vietnamese immigrants in the 1980s and now includes plots maintained by families from over 15 different countries, creating a unique multicultural agricultural space.

CULTURAL

Balch Springs hosts an annual International Festival that celebrates the city's remarkable diversity, with residents representing over 30 different countries of origin. The festival features authentic cuisine, traditional music, and cultural performances from around the world, making it one of the most culturally diverse celebrations in the Dallas area despite the city's relatively small size.

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

972-557-6000

Website

12400 Elam Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180

Water

City of Balch Springs Water Department

972-557-6000

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Balch Springs Solid Waste Services

972-557-6000

Website

School District

Mesquite Independent School District

972-882-6411

Website

Public Library

214-670-6376

Website