What is the ideal power company for your Corpus Christi home or apartment? Does your home near Ayres Park or Blucher Park have a pool, electric car, outdoor kitchen or solar panels? Are you in a townhome or apartment near Buccaneer Stadium, Coles Elementary School or Coles Junior High School? The plan you need all depends on your usage pattern, size of home, townhome or apartment along with the desired level of control and visibility you want over your electric bill. At BKV Energy, we pride ourselves on transparency, giving you more control so you can plan your usage.
At the center of everything we do is our promise to bring fairness back to energy for Corpus Christi homeowners. That’s why, as part of our commitment to transparency and education, we’re putting our plans on the line so you can compare BKV Energy to the most popular home energy providers in Corpus Christi.
Plus, through our refer-a-friend program, when you refer your friends or family to BKV Energy and they join us, you each will receive a $50 bill credit!
Now, let’s compare BKV Energy to some of the top electricity providers in Corpus Christi, Texas. We’ve collected data on a wide range of over 257 electric plans for the Corpus Christi area for you to consider. These plans come from all the top retail electricity providers (REPs) like TXU Energy, Reliant Energy, Gexa Energy, Direct Energy, Champion Energy, and Cirro Energy, and of course our own. You will quickly see that what sets us apart is our commitment to simplicity. With BKV Energy, you can enjoy straightforward, fixed-rate energy plans without any gimmicks or hidden loopholes buried in the fine print.
Use our interactive calculator to discover how changing your behavior at home can reduce your energy spending.
Let’s GoIf you’re looking for the best electric plan for your apartment, we can help you compare the top energy providers for apartments and smaller townhomes in the Corpus Christi, Texas area.
The average size of an apartment in the US is between 400 sq. ft. (an efficiency or studio apartment) up to about 900 sq. ft. (though some apartments can be larger). These electricity plan prices are based on average monthly usage rates of 500 kWh, so keep that in mind. BKVE plans are highly competitive, so make sure to check plan details before deciding.
These apartment rate plans are based on prices for the AEP Central TDU. Rates are current as of 04/25/2025 1:22:16 PM UTC for ZIP code 78401, and are sourced from actual providers. Please always validate rates directly through each provider’s website, as rates may have changed since this date & time.
| Providers | Average Monthly Usage | 12-Month Fixed Rate Plans |
|---|---|---|
BKV Energy |
500 kWh |
15.3¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| TXU Energy | 500 kWh |
18.5¢
kWh
Simple Value 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Just Energy | 500 kWh |
18.2¢
kWh
Basics – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Amigo Energy | 500 kWh |
18.1¢
kWh
12th Month Free – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Express Energy | 500 kWh |
18¢
kWh
Express Straight Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Green Mountain | 500 kWh |
18¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| 4Change Energy | 500 kWh |
17.8¢
kWh
One Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Gexa Energy | 500 kWh |
17.7¢
kWh
Gexa Light Saver 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Cirro Energy | 500 kWh |
17.2¢
kWh
Smart Simple 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Reliant Energy | 500 kWh |
17.2¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| CleanSky Energy | 500 kWh |
17.1¢
kWh
Embrace Green 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy LLC | 500 kWh |
17¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| Direct Energy | 500 kWh |
16.8¢
kWh
Live Brighter Lite 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Constellation Energy | 500 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TriEagle Energy | 500 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| OhmConnect Energy | 500 kWh |
16¢
kWh
Connect & Save 12 – Save Energy. Get Paid.
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Chariot Energy | 500 kWh |
15.7¢
kWh
Solarize 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15 per month remaining
|
| AP Gas & Electric | 500 kWh |
15.4¢
kWh
True Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Ambit Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Ironhorse Power Services | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Payless Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Pulse Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Shell Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Summer Energy LLC | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Tomorrow Energy Corp | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
If you’re looking for the best electric plan for your mid-size home, say between 1,000 sq. ft. and 1,500 sq. ft., we’ve compiled the plans offered by top residential home energy providers in Corpus Christi. These residential power plans show average monthly usage rates of about 1,000 kWh for a home, so consider that before choosing.
While BKVE plans are highly competitive, often the key differentiators are in the details – so make sure to click on the plan to review our plan descriptions before you choose.
These mid-size home electricity plans listed are based on rates for the AEP Central TDU. Prices are current as of 04/25/2025 1:22:16 PM UTC for ZIP code 78401, and are sourced from actual providers. Please always validate rates directly through each provider’s website, as rates may have changed since this date & time.
| Providers | Average Monthly Usage | 12-Month Fixed Rate Plans |
|---|---|---|
BKV Energy |
1000 kWh |
15¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Amigo Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.9¢
kWh
Simple Choice – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Just Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.9¢
kWh
Basics – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Green Mountain | 1000 kWh |
17.7¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Express Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.1¢
kWh
Express Straight Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| 4Change Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.9¢
kWh
One Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Cirro Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.9¢
kWh
Smart Simple 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| CleanSky Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.8¢
kWh
Embrace Green 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy LLC | 1000 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| TXU Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
Solar Buyback Match 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee:
|
| Direct Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Live Brighter Lite 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Constellation Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.4¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Reliant Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.4¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TriEagle Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.2¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| OhmConnect Energy | 1000 kWh |
15.7¢
kWh
Connect & Save 12 – Save Energy. Get Paid.
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Chariot Energy | 1000 kWh |
15.4¢
kWh
Solarize 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15 per month remaining
|
| Gexa Energy | 1000 kWh |
15.4¢
kWh
Gexa SavEV 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| AP Gas & Electric | 1000 kWh |
15.1¢
kWh
True Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Ambit Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Ironhorse Power Services | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Payless Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Pulse Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Shell Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Summer Energy LLC | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Tomorrow Energy Corp | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
If you’re looking for the best electric plan for your mansion, estate or larger home, say 2,500 sq. ft. and above, review these rate plans for bigger houses from the top residential energy providers in Corpus Christi. The average monthly usage rate used for these plans is 2,000 kWh, so if your home is larger make sure to account for that.
BKV Energy aims to be highly competitive in providing power for Corpus Christi homes that often have multiple power consuming amenities, like spas, pools, electric car chargers, outdoor kitchens and more. Check out our plan details, or give us a call at 1-855-BKV-4PWR (855-258-4797) and we’ll answer all your questions!
The larger home residential electricity plans are based on rates for the AEP Central TDU. Prices are current as of 04/25/2025 1:22:16 PM UTC for ZIP code 78401, and are sourced from actual providers. Please always validate rates directly through each provider’s website, as rates may have changed since this date & time.
| Providers | Average Monthly Usage | 12-Month Fixed Rate Plans |
|---|---|---|
BKV Energy |
2000 kWh |
14.9¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Green Mountain | 2000 kWh |
17.5¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Amigo Energy | 2000 kWh |
17.4¢
kWh
Simple Choice – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Just Energy | 2000 kWh |
17.4¢
kWh
Simple Choice – 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| CleanSky Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.6¢
kWh
Embrace Green 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Express Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.6¢
kWh
Express 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| 4Change Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
One Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Cirro Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Smart LockSM Saver 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy LLC | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| TXU Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Simple Value 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Direct Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.3¢
kWh
Direct Solar Unlimited 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Constellation Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.2¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Reliant Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.9¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TriEagle Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.9¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Gexa Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.6¢
kWh
Gexa Light Saver 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| OhmConnect Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.5¢
kWh
Connect & Save 12 – Save Energy. Get Paid.
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Chariot Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.2¢
kWh
Solarize 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15 per month remaining
|
| AP Gas & Electric | 2000 kWh |
14.9¢
kWh
True Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Ambit Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Ironhorse Power Services | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Payless Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Pulse Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Shell Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Summer Energy LLC | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Tomorrow Energy Corp | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Ingleside | 17.8¢ |
| Taft | 17.8¢ |
| Portland | 17.8¢ |
| Sinton | 17.8¢ |
| Aransas Pass | 17.8¢ |
| Odem | 17.8¢ |
| Ingleside | 17.2¢ |
| Taft | 17.2¢ |
| Portland | 17.2¢ |
| Sinton | 17.2¢ |
| Aransas Pass | 17.2¢ |
| Odem | 17.2¢ |
| Ingleside | 16.8¢ |
| Taft | 16.8¢ |
| Portland | 16.8¢ |
| Sinton | 16.8¢ |
| Aransas Pass | 16.8¢ |
| Odem | 16.8¢ |
The above prices are the average rates of all provider plans for the cities nearby to Corpus Christi. Corpus Christi is located in Nueces County, which is part of the AEP Texas Central TDSP (Transmission/Distribution Service Provider) – one of 5 major pricing zones built into the Texas power grid. All cities similarly located within the AEP Texas Central TDSP (also called a TDU) will have the same base pass-through rate from the TDU plus some regional utility provider cost differences, and then electricity providers add their energy charges and service fees.
Depending on the ownership of the grid in your area (even if you live in the same city) you might see differences in prices due to a variety of factors. Electricity providers in Corpus Christi may sometimes have different base energy charges in different cities, even cities nearby Corpus Christi like Portland, Taft, and Ingleside due to the cost of regional promotions.
Cities sometimes have a patchwork of TDPs, electricity co-ops, and municipality-owned providers. Corpus Christi area includes cities in the AEP Texas Central TDU. Depending on how your neighborhood was developed, you may have a different provider than your neighbor.
Finally, TDU pass-through charges can vary regionally due to energy resiliency initiatives or even whether your city utilizes alternative energy sources, such as natural gas, for heating.
Choosing a fixed-rate plan for a residential power customer in Corpus Christi, Texas can offer several benefits, including:
Overall, a fixed-rate plan can be a smart choice for residential power customers in Corpus Christi, Texas who want to manage their energy costs and avoid any unexpected price increases from factors that are out of your control.
When choosing a fixed-rate electricity provider for your residential home or apartment in Corpus Christi there are several important factors to consider:
With BKVE electricity plans in Corpus Christi, what you see is what you get: an easy-to-understand energy charge, no matter the time of day you use the energy or the amount used. Some companies offer plans that seem enticing or “innovative” at first, but often come with a catch, with the costs of the promotions rolled into higher rates for their customers or loopholes that end up costing customers far more than they would have paid on a traditional fixed-rate plan. Interested in learning how promotional rate plans could be costing you money?
Read our guide on common rate plan gimmicks to avoid for more information.
We power people all over Texas, including areas like Corpus Christi and more. We know Corpus Christi like it’s our own home town.
Whether you live near neighborhood parks like Ayres Park, Blucher Park, and Upper Broadway Park we’ve got great power plans for you. Maybe you live in the same ZIP code as Coles Elementary School, Coles Junior High School, Corpus Christi School District Teenage Mother School, or even went to school at some of these fine institutions.
Even to homes near popular Corpus Christi hotels like Omni Corpus Christi Marina, Bayfront Plaza, Omni Corpus Christi Hotel, or just down the street from local churches like Hatch Street Church of God in Christ, Iglesia Metodista Unida Church, Thompson Chapel Church, we’ve got you covered.
Corpus Christi is part of the AEP Texas Central TDU (Transmission & Delivery Utilities) – the folks who maintain the grid and power infrastructure for Corpus Christi and other ZIP codes in your area.