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Ward County Electricity Rates

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Rates for Ward County

Graham Griffin

Graham Griffin

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This electricity rates guide for Ward County, Texas is current as of June 2026. Ward County is a city of 11,644 residents located in Ward County, Texas. Ward County's electricity market is regulated, meaning residents are served by their local utility provider.

Guide by Graham Griffin

AboutWard County

Population

11,644

County

Ward

Electricity Market

Regulated

City Website

co.ward.tx.us

Did You Know?

HISTORICAL

Ward County was established in 1887 and named after Thomas William Ward, a Texas Revolution veteran and the first commissioner of the Texas General Land Office. The county's development was closely tied to the arrival of the Texas and Pacific Railway in 1881, which transformed the area from open rangeland into a thriving agricultural and later oil-producing region.

RECENT

In 2018, Ward County experienced a major economic boom due to renewed oil drilling activity in the Permian Basin, with the county's oil production increasing by over 300% since 2010. This resurgence has brought new jobs, infrastructure improvements, and significant increases in property values, making it one of the fastest-growing counties in West Texas.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Country music legend Roy Orbison spent part of his childhood in nearby Wink, which is located in Winkler County but closely associated with the Ward County area. Orbison's family moved to the region during the oil boom of the 1940s, and he often performed at local venues throughout the Permian Basin, including Ward County dance halls and community centers.

DID YOU KNOW

Ward County is home to one of the largest roadrunner populations in Texas, and the county courthouse in Monahans features a unique roadrunner weather vane that has become a local landmark. The area's desert climate and abundant lizard population create perfect conditions for these iconic birds, and locals often spot them racing alongside vehicles on rural county roads at speeds up to 20 mph.

CULTURAL

Ward County hosts the annual Monahans Sandhills State Park 'Sandcastle Classic,' where families compete to build elaborate sand sculptures using the area's unique white sand dunes. These dunes are actually ancient sand deposits from a prehistoric sea, and the park's 3,840 acres of shifting sands create a landscape so otherworldly that it has been used as a filming location for several Western movies and commercials.

Ward County 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 can choose your household's energy provider in Ward County.

Compare Power is a free consumer service started in 2009 to help residents of Ward County shop for their best energy plan.

Plan information is presented in a user-friendly format that enables quick and simple comparison of available plans and options.

Plans from several different electricity providers are presented conveniently, making comparing your options simple and fast.

This assists Texas consumers in avoiding hidden charges and advertising gimmicks by comparing plans "apples-to-apples" without wasting hours making phone calls or clicking through hundreds of different online sites.

Electricity in Ward County has been deregulated. As an energy consumer, you can choose a retail electricity provider (your energy company), which gives you insight and control over your energy bill.

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

As a result, many fantastic retail electricity providers compete for your business in Ward County by offering low prices, making it a great time to shop, switch, and save costs on your energy bill.

As many as 100+ energy companies compete for your business in Ward County, with hundreds of plans to choose from.

Average Electricity Rates in Ward County

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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 Ward County

#1 rule: Know your usage!

Knowing how much electricity you will use each month is the ideal way to find a deal on electricity in Ward County. Why does this matter?

The rate you see energy providers advertising is for an exact monthly usage (typically 2000 kWh).

Every plan uses a different calculation for how your monthly statement is determined, and your monthly bill will vary depending on how much electricity you consume each month.

Unless you use precisely the advertised amount each month, you will end up paying an effective "price per kWh" different than the one you saw advertised when you ordered.

Thankfully, there's a better way to shop for power plans.

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

Even better, if you have 12 months of usage history for your household, you can compare plans by total annual cost. This annualized method considers the changes in usage between summer and winter months and is the absolute best way to determine the ideal electricity plan for your home.

Compare Power does all this math for you instantly. What could take you hours on a spreadsheet is now done in a few seconds.

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

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

We then help you enroll with your chosen power company without leaving our service.

The bottom line is you must determine your expected or historical usage before picking the best energy plan for your home.

If you don't know your usage, estimate

If you cannot acquire 12 months of historical usage or own a brand new home, the next best thing is to estimate how much energy you will use in an average 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 shop for the best electricity plan for your specific usage.

Moving to Ward County: Setting up Electricity

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

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.

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

Switching Electricity Companies in Ward County

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

Your existing energy company will typically raise your electricity rate once your contract expires. If you do not take action, you'll be left on a month-to-month rate that is significantly more than the plan you signed up for.

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 call 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 switch, your new electricity provider will handle everything, including terminating service with your previous provider.

Your lights stay on when you switch. Electricity in Ward County 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 electricity providers. Therefore the reliability of your service is not affected.

You can choose any date up to 14 days before your contract ends without an "early cancellation" penalty. Texas law protects you here.

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 knowing 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.

Ward County Energy Companies

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Looking for a great electric company in Ward County?

You can enroll for services with great electricity providers such as TXU Energy, Reliant, and Direct Energy.

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

No-Deposit Electricity Plans in Ward County

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

If you are assessed a deposit on your first plan selection, Compare Power will automatically show you other plans available without a deposit.

That saves you a lot of time and hassle. No more clicking around and calling energy providers to determine if a deposit is needed.

We will immediately check the different plans for any deposit requirements so you can get your lights on and return to your day.

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.

Ward County Business Power Plans

If you run a company in Ward County, you're not alone.

Ward County 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.

You need to compare prices from competing energy companies to lower your energy bill.

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 once, and the providers will present their bids. You pick the lowest price. Simple, quick, and easy.

Click here to get competing quotes for your business electricity.

Ward County 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 Ward County, visit the or call them at .

Gas

For gas service in Ward County, call or visit Ward County's official city website to determine who your provider is.

Waster/Sewer/Garbage/Recycling

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

Other Utility Service Areas in Texas

Not in the Texas-New Mexico (TNMP) 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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View Electricity Prices for Cities Near Ward County

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Ward County Electricity Rates FAQs

Data last verified

City Departments & Utilities

City Hall

432-943-3294

Website

400 S Allen Ave, Monahans, TX 79756

Water

Ward County Water Supply Corporation

432-943-2804

Website

Natural Gas

Atmos Energy

888-286-6700

Website

Garbage & Recycling

Ward County Solid Waste Management

432-943-3294

Website

School District

Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District

432-943-6721

Website

Public Library

432-943-3185

Website