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Lancaster Electricity Rates

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Rates for Lancaster

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

Updated

This electricity rates guide for Lancaster, Texas is current as of June 2026. Lancaster is a city of 41,275 residents located in Dallas County, Texas. Lancaster's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutLancaster

Population

41,275

County

Dallas

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

lancaster-tx.com

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Lancaster was founded in 1852 by Roderick Rawlins, who named the town after his hometown of Lancaster, Kentucky. The settlement grew around a trading post and ferry crossing on Ten Mile Creek, becoming a vital stop for travelers and traders moving between Dallas and points south during the mid-1800s frontier period.

RECENT

In 2020, Lancaster completed construction of the $65 million Lancaster Recreation Center, one of the largest municipal recreation facilities in North Texas. The 185,000-square-foot complex features an Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor track, rock climbing wall, and serves as a regional destination for sports tournaments and community events.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Lancaster is the hometown of Erykah Badu, the Grammy Award-winning neo-soul singer known as the 'Queen of Neo-Soul.' Born Erica Abi Wright in 1971, she attended Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing Arts in Dallas but always maintained strong ties to Lancaster, often referencing her South Dallas roots in her music and interviews.

DID YOU KNOW

Lancaster is home to the largest urban wilderness preserve in Dallas County, the 289-acre Lancaster Community Park that features a genuine prairie ecosystem with native Texas grasses and wildflowers. The park contains hiking trails that wind through terrain that looks exactly as it did when Native American tribes roamed the area centuries ago, complete with buffalo grass and Indian paintbrush flowers.

CULTURAL

Lancaster has earned recognition as the 'International City' due to its remarkable diversity, with residents representing over 40 different countries and speaking more than 30 languages. The city celebrates this heritage annually with the International Festival, where families share traditional foods, music, and customs from their homelands, making it one of the most culturally diverse small cities in Texas.

Lancaster Electricity Rates

ProviderPlanPriceTermCancellation FeeTypeDocs
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 15 Credits7.4c per kWh15 Mo$250Fixed
Just EnergyJust EnergyJust Energy - Smart Choice - 12 Credits7.5c per kWh12 Mo$175Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 12 Credits7.5c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 6 Credits7.6c per kWh6 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Gexa EnergyGexa EnergyGexa Energy - Gexa Eco Saver Plus 12 Green Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Frontier UtilitiesFrontier UtilitiesFrontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Plus 12 Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 24 Credits7.6c per kWh24 Mo$295Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 12 Credits7.6c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 24 Credits7.6c per kWh24 Mo$295Fixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 12 Credits7.7c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 12 Credits7.7c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 24 Credits7.7c per kWh24 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 14 Credits7.7c per kWh14 Mo$250Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 15 Credits7.8c per kWh15 Mo$250Fixed
APGEAPGEAPGE - SimpleSaver 12 Credits7.9c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Just EnergyJust EnergyJust Energy - Smart Choice - 12 Credits7.9c per kWh12 Mo$175Fixed
4Change Energy4Change Energy4Change Energy - Maxx Saver Value 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$20/Mo remainingFixed
Frontier UtilitiesFrontier UtilitiesFrontier Utilities - Frontier Saver Plus 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Cirro EnergyCirro EnergyCirro Energy - Bill Bonus 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
Discount PowerDiscount PowerDiscount Power - Bill Credit Bundle 12 Credits8.0c per kWh12 Mo$150Fixed
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You have the power to choose your home's electric company in Lancaster.

Compare Power is a free consumer service started in 2009 to assist residents of Lancaster in searching for their lowest-rate electricity plan.

These official rates are the identical prices you'll find contacting the electricity providers or visiting their websites.

Competing offers from many different energy companies are shown in a standardized layout that makes comparing your options simple and fast.

This assists Texas energy customers in avoiding hidden charges and advertising gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without throwing away hours making phone calls or navigating dozens of different websites.

Energy in Lancaster is deregulated. As a resident, you have a choice when selecting a retail electricity provider (your electricity provider), which gives you control and power over your energy bill.

Deregulation of energy in the state de-monopolized the electricity market for most of the state, the city of Lancaster included, which introduced massive competition.

As a result, many fantastic retail electricity providers compete for your business in Lancaster by offering low prices, making it a great time to compare, switch, and lower costs on your energy statement.

As many as 100+ retail electricity providers compete for your account in Lancaster, and hundreds of plans exist.

Average Electricity Rates in Lancaster

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The average residential electricity rate in Texas is 15.7¢, 13% less than the U.S. average.

EIA Electricity Rates - National Average (3 Year Trend)

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Residential: 17.97c/kWh
Commercial: 14.53c/kWh
Industrial: 11.61c/kWh

Residential YoY

+7.6%

Commercial YoY

+7.5%

Industrial YoY

+12.1%

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration

Data through January 2026 · Up to date as of June 7, 2026

EIA data is typically published 2-3 months after the reporting period. Recent months may not yet be available.

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How to Find the Best Energy Plan in Lancaster

#1 rule: Usage is key!

Knowing the amount of energy you will use monthly is the best way to shop for energy in Lancaster. Why should you care?

The rate you see energy providers advertising is for an exact monthly usage (typically 1000 kWh).

Every plan uses a different calculation for how your monthly bill is calculated, and your monthly bill will change according to how much power you consume in a month.

Unless you match the exact advertised usage each month, you will end up paying an effective "price per kWh" different than what you observed when you signed up.

Fortunately, there's a better way to pick your energy rate.

Calculating your expected monthly bill based on anticipated monthly usage, then comparing plans by total monthly cost is the best way to shop for the best rate for your home.

Better yet, if you have a year of usage history for your household, you can compare plans by total annual cost. This annualized method considers the changes in usage between the summer and winter months and is the best way to find the right energy rate plan for your home.

Compare Power does all the complicated math for you instantly. What takes hours inside a spreadsheet is now done in just moments.

We put you in the driver's seat, taking what would amount to hours of investigation, spreadsheets, and computations across hundreds of plans and guide you step-by-step to the electricity rate plan that's best for your household's consumption.

We clarify the fine print, disclosing all fees, so you'll know exactly where your money is going and what to expect on your monthly bill.

We then assist you in signing up with your chosen electricity company without ever having to leave our website.

The takeaway here is you should understand your expected or historical usage before ordering the best energy plan for your home.

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

If you don't know your usage, estimate

If you recently purchased a home or business or cannot obtain 12 months of usage history, you can always estimate the average amount of energy you will use in any given month.

Although knowing the previous 12 months of usage is optimum, it is far better to estimate the average energy consumption than to select the first electricity provider that you see advertised. After all, you have no idea how much energy you will use at that point.

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

Moving to Lancaster: Setting up Electricity

If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Lancaster, to get the best rate, you need to get the previous 12 months of energy usage for your new home.

Ask the previous homeowner to provide you with their past 12 months of usage.

This information is readily found in recent billing statements.

Acquiring usage for the past 12 months may take effort, but the time (and savings) will be well worth it.

Once you have historical usage, Compare Power will do the math instantly to help you find the best plan for your home's usage pattern.

Note: You can estimate your monthly usage if you can't obtain a usage history. Utilize our "Help Me Choose" tool when you enter your zip code below, and we'll help you evaluate your home's usage.

Sign-up for a plan in minutes through Compare Power. We will remind you when it's time to come back to switch and save at the end of the plan length you decide on.

Switching Electricity Companies in Lancaster

Switching is good. Market conditions are always in flux, so it is essential to shop for a lower rate each year when your contract is close to expiring.

Your existing energy provider will normally raise your energy rate once your contract expires. If you fail to act, you'll be left on a month-to-month rate significantly higher than the plan you signed up for.

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

Before renewing your contract, shop the rates of competing electricity providers.

Switching can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars yearly on your electricity bill.

Switching is easy:

  • You don't have to contact your current company to cancel (no "break-up call")
  • No one comes to your home
  • There is no disruption in your power supply
  • It takes just minutes

When you switch, your new electricity company will cover everything, including terminating service with your previous provider.

There is no loss of power when you switch. Electricity in Lancaster is all delivered by the Oncor Transmission and Distribution Utility.

The wires and poles that deliver electricity to your home do not change when you switch energy companies. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can choose any date within 14 days of your contract expiration without an "early termination" penalty. Texas law protects you here.

If you're still under contract, check how many months remain on your contract. You can set a future start date with most providers up to 6o days in advance.

And even if you're well inside your contract, savings achieved on your monthly bill by switching companies may outweigh the fee to break your existing contract.

If you're ready to switch and would like to know how to find the best plan remember that understanding your usage is the best way to find the cheapest rate.

You will want to find your historical usage for the past 12 months to determine the best plan with the lowest rate for your household.

Lancaster Energy Companies

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Are you trying to find an excellent electricity company in Lancaster?

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 prices, learn more, or sign up.

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Lancaster

Need to find an energy plan in Lancaster that doesn't require a deposit?

If your first choice of plans mandates a deposit, Compare Power will automatically show you additional plans that require no money down.

Instead of calling around electric companies or browsing through websites to determine if different electricity companies require a deposit, this will save you tremendous time and effort.

Working for you, we will instantly review any deposit requirements for other plans, allowing you to get power and return to your regular activities stress-free.

Learn how to get no-deposit lights.

Deposit Waivers

You may be eligible to waive the deposit if you meet one of the Texas Public Utility Commission §25.478 - PUCT §25.478.

Lancaster Business Energy Rates

If you own a business in Lancaster, you're in great company.

Lancaster has become a thriving place for many small to mid-sized companies. The city is small enough to get to know people and thrive, yet close enough to large metropolitan cities that provide even more growth opportunities.

Open sign hanging in store window welcoming customers

You must shop for rates from competing energy companies to manage your electricity bill.

Compare Power bridges the gap between your business and energy providers by inviting various energy companies to compete for your business in a sealed bid process.

You submit your information on Compare Power, and the providers will present their bids. You choose the best price. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Lancaster Utilities

Electricity

To learn more about smart meters or to download your electricity usage, visit .

To report an issue with your electricity service or power outages in Lancaster, visit the or call them at .

Gas

Call or visit Lancaster's official city website for gas service in Lancaster to determine who your provider is.

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Lancaster, the City of Lancaster usually handles water, garbage, sewer, and recycling services.

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

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Lancaster Electricity Rates FAQs

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City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

972-218-1300

Website

211 N Henry St, Lancaster, TX 75146

Water

City of Lancaster Water Department

972-218-1305

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Lancaster Solid Waste Services

972-218-1305

Website

School District

Lancaster Independent School District

972-218-1400

Website

Public Library

972-218-1350

Website