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At your usage level

What Mesquite plans cost right now

Live pricing for the Oncor delivery territory · August 2026

15.3¢
Average across live Mesquite plans
6.8¢
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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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1. Enter your ZIP. 2. We price every Mesquite plan we offer at your real usage. 3. Order online in about 10 minutes — power on the date you pick. No account, no spam.

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Top plans

Top Mesquite 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 Mesquite area today. Your usage may crown a different winner — price it at your numbers.

Your delivery utility

Who delivers electricity in Mesquite

Oncor owns and maintains the poles, wires, and meters in Mesquite. 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.

Outages: 888-313-4747 (Oncor)

Oncor delivers no matter who you pick — so pick the cheapest contract. See today’s plans ↑ More about Oncor →
Quick answers

Mesquite 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 Mesquite’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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite, every one from a PUCT-licensed provider we work with, priced with delivery included.

Who sells here

Electricity companies serving Mesquite

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 Mesquite

Mesquite spans 8 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.

Also worth knowing

Other things people in Mesquite ask about

None of these change from one Texas city to the next, so they live on one page each rather than being repeated here.

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 Mesquite? 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 Mesquite 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 Mesquite Utilities Department Call 972-216-6208 Website →
  3. 3

    Connect natural gas

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

    Atmos Energy Call 888-286-6700 Website →
  4. 4

    Set up trash & recycling

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

    City of Mesquite Solid Waste Services Call 972-216-6208 Website →
Nearby cities

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About Mesquite: population 140,937 · Dallas County · deregulated — you choose your provider.

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

No matter how long you’ve lived in Mesquite, you can use this guide to learn how to unlock better electricity rates using Compare Power.

You have the power to choose your home’s energy provider in Mesquite.

Compare Power is a no-cost service established in 2009 to help residents of Mesquite find their ideal energy plan.

You’ll find the same rates if you call energy companies or visit their websites.

Our site shows current offers from competing electrical companies to simplify and speed up your search.

Offers from dozens of competing electricity companies are presented in a standardized format to make comparison shopping easier. You don’t need to waste your time making calls or searching websites. Compare Power works with you in your search for an energy provider.

Instantly compare competing Mesquite electricity companies

In 2002, Texas deregulated the energy market to expand consumer choice.

The bottom line is that Mesquite residents can choose their electrical provider rather than relying on a single regional provider as in other states.

The state’s electricity deregulation means energy providers must compete for your dollars.

As a result, providers in your area are battling to win your business. It’s a buyer’s market, and you can use Compare Power to save on your monthly electric bill. The site’s comparison tool lets you see dozens of retail electric plans in Mesquite.

Average Electricity Rates in Mesquite

May 2026

The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 16.4¢, 11% 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 Mesquite

#1 rule: Know your usage!

Knowing your monthly energy usage makes shopping for electrical providers in Mesquite much easier.

Each company provides a quote for monthly usage based on a usage rate of approximately 2,000 kWh. Depending on your actual energy usage, your bill may differ significantly from the quoted rate.

Compare Power offers an alternative for shoppers by allowing comparison shopping at every usage level. The site uses your monthly usage figures to produce electricity rate quotes for every provider in Mesquite rather than relying on a single baseline figure.

You are in control with Compare Power because the site shows you every fee, charge, and disclaimer with your quote. Once you find the right company for your Mesquite home, Compare Power allows sign-up without leaving the site. All you need to start is your monthly electrical usage.

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

If you don’t know your usage, estimate

If you cannot determine 12 months of historical usage, or you just bought a new home, estimating how much energy you’ll use in an average month is best.

While not as accurate as having previous months of usage, estimating your average usage is better than choosing the first plan you see advertised by an electricity provider.

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

Moving to Mesquite: Setting up Electricity

Mesquite is part of the Dallas metro area. The city features 76 parks, the Mesquite Arts Center, and a public golf course. Residents are also located near four freeways that provide easy access to Dallas and surrounding airports. This access brings one of the country’s largest cities within reach of Mesquite residents.

Important: If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Mesquite, you need your home’s usage rates for the past year to get the best rate.

Ask the last property owner to check their billing statements for actual usage rates to get previous usage figures. You will save time and money by piecing this information together.

Once you have these numbers, Compare Power can find the right plan for your energy needs. You can use an estimate of your monthly usage using the “Help Me Choose” tool. Compare Power reminds you to return and switch your plan at the end of your current contract.

Switching Electricity Companies in Mesquite

Choosing a new electric provider can be a good experience. Because market conditions change constantly, you must shop for a better price every year toward the end of your contract.

Electric companies will typically increase rates as contracts expire.

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

Before renewing your contract, shop around for better deals from providers in Mesquite. Switching your provider can keep more money in your pocket thanks to lower monthly bills.

Switching is easy:

  • No uncomfortable conversation with your previous energy provider
  • No visit to your home
  • No power disruption
  • Switching providers takes a few minutes

When you switch providers, your new company will handle everything, including canceling your previous plan. You won’t experience a loss of power because the wires and poles delivering power to your home stay the same.

State law allows you to cancel your electrical plan within 14 days of your contract’s end without an early cancellation policy. It’s possible to set a future start date with most providers within 60 days of the end of your contract.

Even if you have more than 60 days on your contract, it’s possible that swapping providers and paying a fee is more cost-effective than staying with an expensive plan.

You only need your household power usage for the past year to get the best quotes to get started.

Mesquite Energy Companies

Looking for a great electric company in Mesquite?

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

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

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Mesquite

Need to find an electrical plan in Mesquite that doesn’t require a deposit?

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

This feature of Compare Power saves you a lot of time and effort. No more clicking around and calling energy companies to determine if a deposit is required.

You should not have to pay a deposit to keep your power on. We will instantly check other plans’ deposit requirements so you can make the switch with minimal effort.

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.

Mesquite Business Electricity Plans

Mesquite business owners have access to millions living in the Dallas metro area. The region’s airports also connect the world to the Mesquite business community. As you expand your client list, paying too much for electricity is the last thing you need to worry about.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

Your business benefits from comparison shopping on everything from office supplies to travel. Why not use Compare Power to shop around for your next electrical plan? The site connects businesses to electrical providers through a sealed bid process.

Mesquite energy companies are competing for commercial customers like you, so you should receive affordable rates. Once you pick a bid, you must register for service and begin paying less for your power.

Click hereto get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Mesquite 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 Mesquite, call or visit the https://stormcenter.oncor.com: +1 (888) 313-4747

Gas

For gas service in Mesquite, call or visit https://www.atmosenergy.com at 888-286-6700.

Garbage/Recycling Pickup

In Mesquite, garbage, sewer, and recycling services are included with your water utilities bill from the City of Mesquite.

Water

The https://www.cityofmesquite.com/utilitieshttps://www.cityofmesquite.com/utilitieshttps://www.cityofmesquite.com/utilities is a public utility owned by the City of Mesquite, TX.

Customer Care: 972-216-6208

Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.

24-Hour Emergency Service 972-216-6278: call if you suspect a water main break, water leak, sewer overflow, or water contamination.

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.

  • CenterPoint
  • Oncor
  • Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP)
  • AEP Texas North
  • AEP Texas Central
  • Sharyland Utilities

View Electricity Prices for Zip Codes in Mesquite

Find cheap electricity rates by zip code. Click on your zip code below to find competitive rates in your area.

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Mesquite Electricity Rates FAQs

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Mesquite was founded in 1873 as a railroad town along the Texas and Pacific Railway, originally named for the abundant mesquite trees that covered the prairie landscape. The community grew rapidly as a shipping point for cotton and cattle, with early settlers drawn by the promise of fertile farmland and convenient rail access to major markets in Dallas and beyond.

RECENT

In 2020, Mesquite completed construction of the new $185 million Mesquite ISD Stadium, one of the most technologically advanced high school football facilities in Texas. The 12,000-seat venue features a massive video board, premium seating areas, and serves as home to multiple high schools while hosting major regional tournaments and events.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Country music superstar George Strait lived in Mesquite during his early career in the 1970s while serving in the Army at nearby bases. He performed at local honky-tonk bars and dance halls throughout the Dallas area, honing the traditional country sound that would later make him the 'King of Country Music' with over 60 number-one hits.

DID YOU KNOW

Mesquite is home to the Mesquite Championship Rodeo, which has operated continuously since 1958 and is one of the few year-round professional rodeos in the United States. The facility was actually built on the site of a former military airfield and features a unique climate-controlled arena that allows cowboys and cowgirls to compete every weekend, rain or shine, making it a true Texas institution.

CULTURAL

Mesquite has earned recognition as the 'Rodeo Capital of Texas' and maintains its Western heritage through the annual Mesquite Championship Rodeo season that runs from April through September. The city also celebrates this identity with the Mesquite Arts Center, which regularly features Western-themed performances and art exhibitions, while the historic downtown district preserves many original 1800s buildings that reflect its frontier railroad town origins.

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

972-288-7711

Website

1515 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, TX 75149

Water

City of Mesquite Utilities Department

972-216-6208

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Mesquite Solid Waste Services

972-216-6208

Website

School District

Mesquite Independent School District

972-882-7300

Website

Public Library

972-216-6220

Website