ELECTRICITY RATES IN ARLINGTON
Arlington Electricity Rates and Plans
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ENERGY COMPANIES & RATES IN ARLINGTON
Arlington Electricity Guide
Arlington electricity prices have decreased slightly over the past 7 days, dropping 0.12¢ per kWh on average. That’s about a $1.20/month savings for a typical 1,000 kWh home. With 120 plans available ranging from 7.78¢ to 23.56¢ per kWh, the market remains competitive. We don’t have a crystal ball, but when prices trend downward, it’s often a good time to compare plans if you’re considering a switch.
7-DAY MARKET TRENDS
Electricity pricing trends in Arlington
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Average Pricing for an Average Home (1000 kWh)
These rates are from the Oncor Electric Delivery utility region, which Arlington is geographically located in.
ENERGY RATES IN ARLINGTON
Today’s lowest electricity rates in Arlington
Arlington residents benefit from Texas’s deregulated electricity market, allowing you to choose from 120 competing plans instead of being locked into a single utility provider. The market offers 111 fixed-rate plans averaging 15.44¢/kWh, with prices ranging from 7.78¢ to 23.56¢ per kWh. Since 60% of Arlington homes are single-family residences using approximately 1,225 kWh monthly, focus your comparison on rates at that usage level. Renewable energy is widely available with 118 green options, including 23 plans offering 100% renewable energy at minimal cost difference from conventional plans.
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Based on 76001 ZIP code. 120 plans available. Rates were updated at 07:32 AM CDT on April 16, 2026.
ELECTRICITY RATES BY HOUSING IN ARLINGTON
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Arlington's housing is dominated by single-family homes averaging 2,261 sq ft, which typically use around 1,225 kWh monthly. At this usage level, Frontier Utilities' Frontier Saver Plus 12 offers the lowest rate at 10.0¢/kWh (approximately $122/month). The city's significant apartment population (18% in buildings with 10+ units) uses considerably less at around 517 kWh monthly, where Energy Texas' Texas Bright 12 at 14.0¢/kWh (approximately $73/month) is the most competitive option.
Single-family homes
60% of homes in the city
Large apartments (10+ units)
18% of homes in the city
Small apartments (2-9 units)
14% of homes in the city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates 2023, Table B25024 — Units in Structure. Arlington, TX (150,519 total housing units). Energy estimates based on EIA Residential Energy Consumption Survey (RECS), West South Central region.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choosing an electric company in Arlington.
When looking for your retail electricity provider and choosing an electric plan, there’s a number of factors to keep in mind. You’ll be able to choose a plan that’s best for you if you understand your energy usage and what’s important to you in a provider. Below are a series of tips to help you make the best decision for your household.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about energy in Arlington
As of April 16th, 2026, the lowest electricity rate in Arlington is Frontier Utilities's Frontier Saver Plus 12 at 7.78¢/kWh. This is significantly below the market average of 15.64¢/kWh, with 120 total plans available for comparison.
Arlington's hot Texas summers drive high cooling demands, with typical single-family homes using approximately 1225 kWh monthly. Summer air conditioning can significantly increase usage, making it crucial to choose competitive rates below the 15.64¢/kWh market average to manage seasonal costs.
For Arlington's predominant single-family homes (60% of housing), a 2000 kWh plan tier is recommended based on typical monthly usage of 1225 kWh. This allows headroom for summer peaks while optimizing rates. Green energy plans are widely available with 118 options.
Switch to competitive rates like Frontier Saver Plus 12 at 7.78¢/kWh to save nearly 50% versus the 15.64¢/kWh average. Consider green energy plans, which cost just 0.02¢ less than average, and use programmable thermostats during Arlington's hot summers.



