Electricity rates in 77024 — Houston, TX
Homes in ZIP 77024 pay about 15.9¢ per kWh (Texas average, Aug 2026). The Texas average is 15.9¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
In Harris County, the poles and wires belong to CenterPoint Energy (delivery only — it does not sell electricity). Retail electric providers averaged 16.7¢ per kWh for Texas homes in 2024 (EIA-861).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 15.9¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 77024 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving Harris County
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in TX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entergy Texas Inc. Investor Owned · serves Harris County | 14.5¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $165 | 457,369 |
| San Bernard Electric Coop, Inc. Cooperative · serves Harris County | 14.2¢ 2024 | $173 | 31,774 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Harris County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
Texas price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the West South Central region, which includes Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 77024
How much does electricity cost in 77024?
About 15.9¢ per kWh for homes (Texas average, Aug 2026, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $143.
Is electricity in TX getting more expensive?
The Texas residential average was 15.9¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 3.3% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.
Can I choose my electricity supplier in TX?
In the competitive ERCOT area of Texas, yes: compare retail electric provider plans at PowerToChoose.org, the official site of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.