Are there renewable energy plans available in Denton?

Yes, many electricity providers offer 100% renewable energy plans in Denton. These plans source electricity from wind and solar farms. Green Mountain Energy, Chariot Energy, and other providers offer competitive renewable options in the Denton Municipal Electric service area.

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Electricity rates in Denton, TX typically range from 8¢ to 16¢ per kWh depending on plan type, term length, and usage level. Denton residents can choose from 100+ plans from PUCT-licensed providers like TXU Energy, Reliant, Gexa Energy, and Constellation. Denton Municipal Electric delivers the power—you pick your retail provider and rate. The Texas state average is 15.8¢/kWh, so competitive plans often save Denton households $200-500 annually.

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Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Denton?

The cheapest electricity rates in Denton, TX typically range from 8-11¢/kWh for fixed-rate plans at 1,000 kWh monthly usage. Denton is served by Denton Municipal Electric, so rates come from PUCT-licensed retail providers competing in the Denton Municipal Electric service area. Enter your ZIP code above to compare all available plans for your Denton address.

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Denton is one of the few Texas cities with its own municipal electric utility, serving nearly 140,000 residents.

Denton runs its own electric utility, Denton Municipal Electric, so shopping for providers works differently here. Check current rates and options for your address.

How to check if you can shop for electricity

Check your electric bill

Look for your utility provider name. If it says Oncor, you can shop for rates. If it says Denton Municipal Electric, your rates are set by the city.

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We'll identify your utility automatically. If you're in an Oncor area, you'll see competitive rates from multiple providers.

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Oncor customers can enroll online in 2 minutes. Denton Municipal Electric customers should contact the city for rate information.

Benefits of electricity choice in Denton

Lower rates from top providers

Denton customers can compare rates from providers like TXU Energy, Reliant, Constellation, and Rhythm Energy—all PUCT-licensed.

Same reliable delivery

Denton Municipal Electric continues delivering electricity to your Denton home. Only your retail provider changes—same wires, same reliability.

Price protection

Lock in fixed rates for 6-36 months and avoid seasonal price fluctuations in the ERCOT Texas electricity market.

Green energy options

Choose 100% renewable plans from Green Mountain Energy, Chariot Energy, or other providers offering wind and solar electricity.

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We know moving is overwhelming. Getting electricity shouldn't add to your stress.

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Need power turned on today? Many plans offer same-day or next-day activation for your new Denton home.

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Electricity Providers in Denton

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About Denton Municipal Electric in Denton

Denton Municipal Electric is a Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU) operating within the ERCOT grid serving Denton in Denton County. Denton Municipal Electric maintains power lines and meters—your retail provider (TXU, Reliant, Gexa, etc.) sells the electricity itself.

Texas deregulated its electricity market in 2002 under Senate Bill 7, overseen by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). Denton residents can compare rates from 50+ licensed providers and switch online in minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Denton Electricity

To compare electricity rates in Denton, enter your ZIP code on ElectricRates.org to see real-time rates from licensed providers serving the Denton Municipal Electric service area. You can compare fixed-rate, variable-rate, and renewable energy plans side by side based on your estimated monthly usage.

Electricity rates in Denton vary based on plan type, contract term, and usage level. As of 2025, residential rates in the Denton Municipal Electric service area typically range from 8-15 cents per kWh for fixed-rate plans. Use our rate comparison tool to see current rates specific to your ZIP code.

Yes, Denton is in Texas's deregulated electricity market. Residents in Denton County can choose from dozens of licensed retail electricity providers. Your transmission and distribution utility (Denton Municipal Electric) delivers the power, but you select which company supplies your electricity.

Switching electricity providers in Denton is simple: 1) Compare rates using your ZIP code, 2) Choose a plan that fits your needs, 3) Sign up online with your Denton Municipal Electric account number, 4) Your new provider handles the switch—no service interruption. The process takes 1-2 billing cycles.

Denton Municipal Electric is the Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU) serving Denton and surrounding areas in Denton County. They own and maintain the power lines, meters, and infrastructure that deliver electricity to your home. While you choose your retail electricity provider, Denton Municipal Electric handles outages, meter readings, and power delivery.

Yes, many electricity providers offer 100% renewable energy plans in Denton. These plans source electricity from wind and solar farms across Texas. Green Mountain Energy, Chariot Energy, and other providers offer competitive renewable options in the Denton Municipal Electric service area.

If you don't actively choose a retail electricity provider in Denton, you'll be assigned to a Provider of Last Resort (POLR) at rates typically higher than competitive market rates. We recommend comparing plans and selecting a provider to ensure you're getting the best rate for your usage.

Your Denton electricity bill includes: your retail provider's energy charges (the rate you pay per kWh), Denton Municipal Electric delivery charges (transmission fees), taxes, and any applicable fees. The total is based on your monthly kWh usage multiplied by these combined rates. Most providers offer all-in pricing that simplifies comparison.

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