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Sunset Electricity Rates

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Rates for Sunset

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

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This electricity rates guide for Sunset, Texas is current as of June 2026. Sunset is a city of 372 residents located in Montague County, Texas. Sunset's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutSunset

Population

372

County

Montague

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

cityofsunset.com

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Sunset was established in 1882 as a railroad town along the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, commonly known as the 'Katy.' The town got its name because it was located at the western end of the railroad line at the time, where passengers could watch the sun set over the Texas prairie. The railroad brought cattle ranchers and farmers to the area, making it a vital shipping point for agricultural products in North Texas.

RECENT

In 2020, Sunset completed a major infrastructure improvement project that upgraded the city's water treatment facility and replaced aging water lines throughout the community. The $2.8 million project was funded through a combination of state grants and municipal bonds, ensuring clean water delivery for the next 30 years while supporting potential future growth in this small North Texas community.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Country music songwriter and performer Red Steagall, known as the 'Cowboy Poet of Texas,' spent part of his childhood in the Sunset area during the 1940s. Steagall later became famous for writing hits like 'Here We Go Again' for Ray Charles and Nancy Sinatra, and he's credited with helping launch the career of Reba McEntire. He was named the official Cowboy Poet of Texas by the state legislature in 1991.

DID YOU KNOW

Sunset is home to one of the last remaining original Katy Railroad depots in North Texas, built in 1883 and still standing today. The depot served as the town's lifeline to the outside world for over 70 years, and during Prohibition in the 1920s, it was rumored to be a secret stop for bootleggers smuggling whiskey from Oklahoma. The building now serves as a community center and houses a small museum dedicated to the town's railroad heritage.

CULTURAL

Every October, Sunset hosts the annual 'Rails and Tales Festival' that celebrates the town's railroad heritage with live music, storytelling, and vintage train displays. Local residents dress in period costumes from the 1880s, and the festival features authentic chuck wagon cooking and demonstrations of frontier skills like blacksmithing and rope making. The event draws visitors from across North Texas who come to experience what life was like in a frontier railroad town.

Sunset 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 energy company in Sunset.

Compare Power is a free consumer service started in 2009 to help residents of Sunset search for their lowest-rate electricity plan.

These official rates are the identical prices you'll find calling the energy companies or visiting them online.

Competing plans from many different energy companies are displayed conveniently, making comparing your options simple and fast.

This allows Texas consumers to avoid hidden fees and advertising gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without wasting hours and hours making phone calls or sorting through dozens of websites.

Electricity in Sunset is deregulated. As an energy consumer, you can choose a retail electricity provider (your energy company), which gives you insight and control over your energy bills.

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

As a result, many excellent power companies compete for your business in Sunset by offering low rates, making it a great time to shop, switch, and save costs on your energy statement.

As many as 65+ retail electricity providers compete for your business in Sunset, and hundreds of plans exist.

Average Electricity Rates in Sunset

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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 Sunset

#1 rule: Know your usage!

Discovering how much energy you will consume monthly is the ideal way to find a deal on energy in Sunset. Why should you care?

The "price per kWh" you see energy providers advertising is for an exact monthly usage (usually 1000 kWh).

Every plan has a different calculation for how your monthly bill is determined, and your monthly bill will change according to how much power you consume in the 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 enrolled.

Thankfully, there's a better way to shop for energy providers.

Calculating your total monthly bill based on estimated monthly usage, then comparing plans by total monthly cost is the best way to shop for the lowest rate for your household.

Even better, if you have 12 months of usage history for your home, 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 perfect electricity plan for your home.

Compare Power does all this math for you in an instant. What takes hours on a spreadsheet is now done in a few 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 assisting you step-by-step with the energy rate plan that's best for your household's consumption.

We clarify the fine print, disclosing the various charges, so you'll know exactly where your money is going and what to anticipate on your bill.

We then help you sign up with your chosen energy company without leaving our service.

The takeaway here is you should know your expected or historical usage before picking the right electricity plan for your home.

If you don't know your usage, estimate

Suppose you recently purchased a home or business or cannot obtain 12 months usage history. In that case, you can always estimate your average monthly energy usage.

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 electricity plan for your specific usage.

Moving to Sunset: Setting up Electricity

If this is your first time setting up electricity service in Sunset, 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: If you cannot obtain historical usage information, a second option would be to estimate your future usage using our "Help Me Choose" tool. By simply entering your zip code, the tool can assess your home's projected electricity consumption.

By signing up for a plan through Compare Power you will receive automated reminders when it's time to renew your existing plan or switch plans.

Switching Electricity Companies in Sunset

Switching is good. Market conditions are constantly changing, so it is essential to shop for a lower rate every year when your contract is about to expire.

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

Before renewing your contract, check the rates of competing electricity companies.

Switching can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars yearly on your energy 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 electricity supply
  • It takes just minutes

When you decide to switch, your new energy provider will handle everything, including canceling service with your previous company.

Your lights stay on when you switch. Electricity in Sunset is all delivered by the Oncor Transmission and Distribution Utility.

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

You can choose any date within 14 days of your contract expiration without an "early cancellation" fee. That's Texas Law.

If you're still under contract, find out how many months remain on your contract. You can set a future start date with most companies 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 lowest price.

Keep in mind that when you get ready to switch and you want to know the most efficient way to find the right plan at the best rate, it is essential that you first understand your usage. To accomplish that, you must collect the usage history for the past 12 months.

Sunset Energy Companies

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

You can enroll for service with great companies such as TXU Energy, Reliant, Direct Energy, and more.

To sign up, learn more, or view current rates, click on your chosen company.

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Sunset

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

If your first choice of plans charges 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 everyday 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.

Sunset Business Electricity Rates

If you manage a business in Sunset, you're not alone.

Sunset is home to many small and large companies and is a great town to run a company.

To lower your electricity costs, shop for rates from competing energy companies.

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

You enroll your information on Compare Power, and the providers will present their bids. You choose the cheapest rate. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Sunset 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 Sunset, visit the or call them at .

Gas

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

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

In Sunset, the City of Sunset 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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Sunset Electricity Rates FAQs

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City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

940-872-1234

Website

101 N Main St, Sunset, TX 76270

Water

City of Sunset Water Department

940-872-1234

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

City of Sunset Solid Waste Services

940-872-1234

Website

School District

Forestburg Independent School District

940-964-2323

Website

Public Library

940-894-2149

Website