WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
San Antonio
Texas
Texas
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in San Antonio
January
$166February
$111lowestMarch
$124April
$137May
$185June
$198July
$222August
$225highestSeptember
$212October
$148November
$117December
$118Carbon Emissions
921 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,144 kWh
San Antonio's energy comes from Natural Gas, Wind, Coal, Nuclear, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 49% of San Antonio's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 23%. Coal provides 16% of the energy in San Antonio. Nuclear provides 9% of the energy in San Antonio. Solar provides 3% of the energy in San Antonio.
49%
Natural Gas
23%
Wind
16%
Coal
9%
Nuclear
3%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,438 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$17,121
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $75 | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $12- $14 /Unit | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $75 | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
| Windows, Doors, and Skylights | Varies | CenterPoint Energy | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of San Antonio. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Texas New Mexico Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential LSP POLR | Fixed | 14¢ |
AEP North has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential (by Green Mountain Energy Company) | Fixed | 14¢ |
CenterPoint has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential (by Green Mountain Energy Company) | Fixed | 14¢ |
CPS Energy has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RA - Residential All-Electric | Fixed | 7¢ to 12¢ |
| RE - Residential Service | Fixed | 7¢ to 12¢ |
Oncor has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential (by Green Mountain Energy Company) | Fixed | 13¢ |
AEP Central has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential (by Green Mountain Energy Company) | Fixed | 14¢ |
Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,144 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm | Simply Select 9 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 months | 12.89¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 16 cheapest 13+ months | 13.93¢ | 16 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 12 cheapest 12 months | 14.46¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 36 lowest deposit | 14.48¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 15 lowest deposit | 14.68¢ | 15 months | Choose Plan | |
Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,144 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm | Simply Select 9 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 months | 13.92¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| OhmConnect Energy | TexasConnect 36 demand responsecheapest 13+ months | 14.43¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | EV Ride 24 lowest deposit | 14.69¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Free Nights 24 lowest deposit | 14.69¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 36 lowest deposit | 14.7¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,144 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm | Simply Select 9 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 months | 13.44¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 16 cheapest 13+ months | 14.52¢ | 16 months | Choose Plan | |
| OhmConnect Energy | TexasConnect 36 demand response | 14.89¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 36 lowest deposit | 14.99¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 24 | 15¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,144 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm | Simply Select 9 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 monthsmost popular | 13.22¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| OhmConnect Energy | TexasConnect 36 demand responsecheapest 13+ months | 13.87¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 36 lowest deposit | 14.17¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 16 | 14.24¢ | 16 months | Choose Plan | |
| OhmConnect Energy | TexasConnect 24 demand response | 14.24¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,144 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhythm | Simply Select 9 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 months | 14.32¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Rhythm | Simply Select 16 cheapest 13+ months | 15.4¢ | 16 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | EV Ride 24 lowest deposit | 15.68¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Free Nights 24 lowest deposit | 15.68¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
| Chariot Energy | Solarize 36 lowest deposit | 15.74¢ | 36 months | Choose Plan | |
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