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Denton Has a Municipal Utility

City of Denton residents: You are served by Denton Municipal Electric, a city-owned utility. Your rates are set by the City Council, so there's no provider choice available.

Denton County residents outside city limits: If you're served by Oncor(check your electric bill), you can shop for competitive rates. Enter your ZIP code below to check.

Denton Municipal Electric Website940-349-8700

Electricity in Denton, TX: Why You Can't Shop

Denton is served by Denton Municipal Electric, a regulated utility. It's owned by the city, not a competitive retail provider — which means there's no shopping around. Your rate is what the utility charges.

That's not always a bad thing. Muni rates are often more stable than the deregulated market's, and they don't carry the renewal-trap pricing that catches Houston and Dallas customers. But you also can't switch to a cheaper plan when your bill goes up — so it helps to understand what you're paying for.

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Quick Answer

You can't shop for electricity in Denton. Denton Municipal Electric is your only option — there's no retail competition here. Your rate is set by Rates set by Denton City Council. If you want to lower your bill, the practical levers are usage reduction (efficient appliances, time-of-use awareness, weatherization rebates), payment plans, and any income-qualified assistance Denton Municipal Electric offers.

Looking for shoppable Texas areas instead? See Oncor and CenterPoint cities.

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

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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.

2

Enter your ZIP code above

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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Compare and switch (if eligible)

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

How to lower your Denton Municipal Electric bill

Take the rebates

Denton Municipal Electric offers rebates for efficient HVAC equipment, attic insulation, smart thermostats, and weatherization. These can knock $50–$1,000 off a project that lowers your bill for years.

Watch the peak hours

Many muni utilities use tiered or time-of-use pricing. Shifting laundry, dishwashing, and EV charging out of late-afternoon hours can move usage into a cheaper tier.

Ask about assistance

Income-qualified residents may qualify for bill assistance, payment plans, or weatherization help. Call Denton Municipal Electric directly — these programs are real but rarely advertised.

Rooftop solar

Denton Municipal Electric customers can install solar and receive credit for what they send back to the grid. The economics differ from deregulated areas, so get a proposal that uses Denton-specific rates.

Moving to Denton?

To start service, call Denton Municipal Electric directly — there's no online plan comparison because there's no plan to compare. You'll typically need your new address, move-in date, ID, and a Social Security number or deposit. Same-day or next-day connection is usually possible if you call before noon.

Call Denton Municipal Electric: 940-349-8700

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How do I compare electricity rates in Denton, Texas?

You don't — and that's the short answer most Denton residents don't get from search results. Denton is served by Denton Municipal Electric, a municipal utility, so the Texas deregulated retail market (the one most of the state uses under Senate Bill 7 and the Public Utility Commission of Texas) doesn't reach here. There's no Power to Choose comparison, no retail electric providers competing for your address, and no shopping around. Your rate is set by the city council or utility board. The practical move is to read your Denton Municipal Electric rate schedule directly and look for usage tiers, time-of-use options, or assistance programs the utility administers.

What's the cheapest electricity plan in Denton?

Denton Municipal Electric is the only option for Denton residents — there's no cheapest plan to pick because there's no plan competition. What you can control is usage: efficient HVAC and weatherization rebates from Denton Municipal Electric typically pay back faster here than in deregulated Texas, because rates are stable rather than promotional. Income-qualified customers can also ask Denton Municipal Electric about bill assistance and payment plans. If you're renting in Denton and your bill seems out of line, request the utility's rate schedule and check whether you're on the right tariff (residential, time-of-use, or all-electric) for how your home uses power.

How is Denton electricity different from a flat statewide rate?

Texas doesn't have a flat statewide rate. About 85% of the state runs on the ERCOT grid with deregulated retail competition under Senate Bill 7 — residents pick from 50+ PUCT-licensed providers. The other 15% (including Denton) sits in municipal or cooperative territory where the local utility, Denton Municipal Electric, sets the rate. That means your bill reflects Denton's generation mix, transmission costs, and operating expenses — not a competitive REP market. Rates here are typically more stable than ERCOT's deregulated market, but you can't shop your way to a lower price the way Houston, Dallas, or Fort Worth residents can.

ZIP Codes

Denton ZIP Codes

Denton has 6 ZIP codes with electricity choice. Click any ZIP code to compare electricity rates for that area.

Oncor Service Area

(6 ZIPs)
762017620576207762087620976210

Looking for electricity rates in Denton? Enter your ZIP code above to compare plans from top electricity providers. All 6 Denton ZIP codes have access to competitive electricity rates through Texas's deregulated energy market.

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