Shop the Top Electricity Providers in Rankin, TX
Let's do a comparison of the top 21 electricity suppliers in Rankin
What is the ideal power company for your Rankin home or apartment? Does your home near Rankin Airport or Rankin Volunteer Ambulance have a pool, electric car, outdoor kitchen or solar panels? Are you in a townhome or apartment near Rankin County Hospital District, Rankin City Hall or Rankin 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 Rankin 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 Rankin.
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!
Below, we enable you to compare BKV Energy to some of the top electricity providers in Rankin, Texas including TXU Energy, Reliant Energy, Gexa Energy, Direct Energy, Ambit Energy, and Cirro Energy. BKV Energy and the other suppliers currently offer 210 different plans for you to consider, but keep in mind, with BKV Energy you get straightforward, fixed-rate energy plans with no gimmicks, and no loopholes buried in the fine print. That should simplify your choice!
BKVE Power Plans for Rankin, TX
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Let's GoCompare Rankin Electricity Plans & Providers for Apartments
If 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 Rankin, 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 usage for a 500 sq. ft. space, 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 North TDU. Rates are current as of 09/19/2023 11:38:10 PM UTC for ZIP code 79778, 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 |
16.7¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| IRONHORSE POWER SERVICES LLC | 500 kWh |
20.9¢
kWh
IronHorse Direct 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $250
|
| Pulse Power | 500 kWh |
19.29¢
kWh
Texas Fixed
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20
|
| Ambit Energy | 500 kWh |
18.3¢
kWh
Lone Star Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $199
|
| Just Energy | 500 kWh |
18.1¢
kWh
Simple Choice - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Constellation Energy | 500 kWh |
18¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Gexa Energy | 500 kWh |
17.9¢
kWh
EveryDay | EveryNight 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Reliant Energy | 500 kWh |
17.9¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Amigo Energy | 500 kWh |
17.8¢
kWh
Nights Free Plan - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Cirro Energy | 500 kWh |
17.7¢
kWh
Smart Simple Select 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Green Mountain | 500 kWh |
17.7¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Chariot Energy | 500 kWh |
17.5¢
kWh
Shine 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15
|
| Shell Energy | 500 kWh |
17.5¢
kWh
Electricity Plans 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| TriEagle Energy | 500 kWh |
17.3¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Direct Energy | 500 kWh |
17¢
kWh
Live Brighter Lite 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy Llc | 500 kWh |
17¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| TOMORROW ENERGY CORP | 500 kWh |
16.9¢
kWh
Earth Care 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Summer Energy Llc | 500 kWh |
16.8¢
kWh
12 Months PTC Texas Summer Savings Product
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $200
|
| OhmConnect | 500 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
EVConnect 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TXU Energy | 500 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
Simple Value 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| 4change Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Bulb | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Express Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 500 kWh | No 12-month Option |
Compare Rankin Electricity Plans & Providers for Homes (mid-size)
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 Rankin. These residential power plans show average usage rates for a home about 1,000 sq. ft., 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 North TDU. Prices are current as of 09/19/2023 11:38:10 PM UTC for ZIP code 79778, 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 |
16.2¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Chariot Energy | 1000 kWh |
21.1¢
kWh
Rise 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15
|
| IRONHORSE POWER SERVICES LLC | 1000 kWh |
20.5¢
kWh
IronHorse Direct 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $250
|
| Pulse Power | 1000 kWh |
18.8¢
kWh
Texas Fixed
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20
|
| Constellation Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.5¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Gexa Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.5¢
kWh
Gexa Energy Saver 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Amigo Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.3¢
kWh
Nights Free Plan - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Just Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.2¢
kWh
Simple Choice - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| TXU Energy | 1000 kWh |
17.2¢
kWh
TXU Energy Simple Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Green Mountain | 1000 kWh |
17.1¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Choice
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Shell Energy | 1000 kWh |
17¢
kWh
Electricity Plans 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Reliant Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.9¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Ambit Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.8¢
kWh
Lone Star Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $199
|
| TriEagle Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.8¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| Direct Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Live Brighter Lite 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy Llc | 1000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| TOMORROW ENERGY CORP | 1000 kWh |
16.4¢
kWh
Earth Care 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Cirro Energy | 1000 kWh |
16.3¢
kWh
Smart Simple 12 Online
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| OhmConnect | 1000 kWh |
16.2¢
kWh
EVConnect 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| 4change Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Bulb | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Express Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 1000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
Compare Rankin Electricity Plans & Providers for Larger Houses
If you’re looking for the best electric plan for your larger home, say 2,500 sq. ft. and above, review these rate plans for bigger houses from the top residential energy providers in Rankin. The average usage rate used for these plans is 2,500 sq. ft., so if your home is larger make sure to account for that.
BKV Energy aims to be highly competitive in providing power for Rankin 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 North TDU. Prices are current as of 09/19/2023 11:38:10 PM UTC for ZIP code 79778, 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 |
15.9¢
kWh
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| IRONHORSE POWER SERVICES LLC | 2000 kWh |
20.2¢
kWh
IronHorse Direct 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $250
|
| Chariot Energy | 2000 kWh |
19.6¢
kWh
Rise 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $15
|
| Pulse Power | 2000 kWh |
18.55¢
kWh
Texas Fixed
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20
|
| Constellation Energy | 2000 kWh |
17.3¢
kWh
12 Month (No Min Usage Fee)
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Gexa Energy | 2000 kWh |
17.3¢
kWh
Gexa Energy Saver 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Amigo Energy | 2000 kWh |
17.1¢
kWh
Nights Free Plan - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Cirro Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.9¢
kWh
Smart Simple Select 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Just Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.7¢
kWh
Simple Choice - 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Green Mountain | 2000 kWh |
16.6¢
kWh
Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Choice
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TriEagle Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
Simple Savings 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $20 per month remaining
|
| TXU Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.5¢
kWh
TXU Energy Simple Rate 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Reliant Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.4¢
kWh
Reliant Power On 12 Plan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Spark Energy Llc | 2000 kWh |
16.3¢
kWh
Choose 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $100
|
| Direct Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.2¢
kWh
Autopay Texas 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| TOMORROW ENERGY CORP | 2000 kWh |
16.2¢
kWh
Earth Care 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $175
|
| Ambit Energy | 2000 kWh |
16.1¢
kWh
Lone Star Classic 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $199
|
| CleanSky Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.9¢
kWh
Affordable Wind 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| OhmConnect | 2000 kWh |
15.9¢
kWh
EVConnect 12
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $150
|
| Shell Energy | 2000 kWh |
15.9¢
kWh
Power Choice 12 ePlan
(EFL)
Cancellation Fee: $149
|
| 4change Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Bulb | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Express Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| First Choice Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| Mp2 Energy | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
| True Power | 2000 kWh | No 12-month Option |
What Does Power Cost in Rankin Compared to Other Cities?
| Iraan | 17.5¢ |
| Odessa | 17¢ |
| Big Lake | 17.5¢ |
| Midland | 17¢ |
| Crane | 17.5¢ |
| Ozona | 17.5¢ |
| Iraan | 16.5¢ |
| Odessa | 15.8¢ |
| Big Lake | 16.5¢ |
| Midland | 15.8¢ |
| Crane | 16.5¢ |
| Ozona | 16.5¢ |
| Iraan | 16¢ |
| Odessa | 15.3¢ |
| Big Lake | 16¢ |
| Midland | 15.3¢ |
| Crane | 16¢ |
| Ozona | 16¢ |
The above prices are the average rates of all provider plans for the cities nearby to Rankin. Rankin is located in Upton County, which is part of the AEP Texas North 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 North 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 Rankin may sometimes have different base energy charges in different cities, even cities nearby Rankin like Iraan, Crane, and Big Lake due to the cost of regional promotions.
Cities sometimes have a patchwork of TDPs, electricity co-ops, and municipality-owned providers. Rankin area includes cities in the AEP Texas North and Oncor TDUs. 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.
FAQs About Rankin Electricity Plans & Providers
What is the average kilowatt per hour cost for electricity in Rankin, TX?
The average cost per kWh for Rankin is 15.9¢ based on averaging 2 12-month plans for a moderate sized home (2,000 kWh / month usage) from 2 Rankin electricity providers.
What is the average electric bill for an Apartment in Rankin?
The average electric bill for an apartment in Rankin is $93.49 per month based on 70 plans from 23 providers offering 12-month plans priced for using about 500 kWh per month.
What is the average electric bill for a Larger Home in Rankin?
The average electric bill for a bigger home in Rankin is about $318.00 per month based on 2 plans from 2 providers offering 12-month plans priced for using about 2,000 kWh per month.
What are the best energy companies for Apartments & Townhomes in Rankin?
- BKV Energy offers 6 low cost plans in Rankin for Apartments with the lowest cost at 15.7¢ per kWh if you use about 500 kWh per month. Pick a plan here!
- Direct offers Rankin plans between 16.4¢ kWh and 59.8¢ kWh if you use 500 kWh per month cost and depending on the term.
- TXU has plans for Rankin priced between 16.7¢ kWh and 22.4¢ kWh for about 500 kWh of usage per month.
- Gexa currently has plans for Apartments for between 17.0¢ kWh and 21.4¢ kWh if you use about 500 kWh per month and based on the term.
Who are the most expensive power providers in Rankin?
- Direct Energy charges as much as 59.8¢ kWh in Rankin for their most expensive 12-month plan as of 9/19/23
- TXU Energy charges up to 22.4¢ kWh in Rankin for their 36-month plans as of 9/19/23
- Gexa Energy can cost upwards of 21.4¢ kWh in Rankin for their top tier 24-month plan as of 9/19/23
- Reliant Energy can cost upwards of 19.7¢ kWh in Rankin for their top tier 12-month plan as of 9/19/23
Which Rankin electricity suppliers have the lowest cost plans?
While there are discount providers who may be cheaper, the suppliers that have low cost plans that still offer stellar service include: BKV Energy, Energy Texas, Octopus Energy and Rhythm Energy.
Who are the worst rated energy providers in Rankin in terms of customer service?
Based on PowertoChoose.org customer service ratings as of 7/31/23, the worst rated among BKVE's competitors in terms of customer service include: Pulse Power (1 star), Amigo Energy (2 stars), TriEagle Energy (2 stars), Chariot Energy (3 stars) and Gexa Energy (3 stars).
Which electricity providers offer the best customer service in Rankin?
According to PowertoChoose.org, the best rated providers among BKVE's competitors with the fewest customer service complaints in the last 6 months include: Reliant Energy (5 stars), TXU Energy (5 stars), Cirro Energy (4 stars) and Constellation Energy (4 stars). (Updated 7/31/23)
Who offers the cheapest 12-month electric plans available for Rankin homes?
- BKV Energy offers 12-month fixed-rate plans that range in price from 16.7¢ kWh to 16.8¢ kWh: Bluebonnet-12 months and Bluebonnet Green-12 months. BKV Energy only offers simple fixed-rate plans, no surprises.
- OhmConnect currently has fixed-rate 12-month plans starting at 16.7¢ kWh. However, know that what is cheapest today can change tomorrow, and may include bill credits that go away.
- Summer Energy Llc is presently offering the following 12-month plans with prices from 16.8¢ kWh: 12 Months PTC Texas Summer Savings Product. Some of their plans come with a $200 cancellation fee.
What are the cheapest 24-month electric plans available for Rankin homes?
- BKV Energy offers a low cost 24-month fixed-rate plan at 16.0¢ kWh to 16.2¢ kWh.
- Cirro Energy currently has 24-month plans at 16.0¢ kWh to 17.7¢ kWh. It is important to check your plan, because cheaper plans can change over time and may have bill credits that go away.
- CleanSky Energy currently offers a 24-month plan called Ultra Clean Solar 24 for 16.0¢ kWh to 17.3¢ kWh: This plan has a $225 cancellation fee.
Who has the cheapest 36-month electric plans available for Rankin homes?
- BKV Energy offers a low cost 36-month fixed-rate plan at 15.7¢ kWh to 15.9¢ kWh.
- Cirro Energy currently has 36-month plans with prices from 15.8¢ kWh. It is important to check your plan, because cheaper plans can change over time and may have bill credits that go away.
- Summer Energy Llc currently offers a 36-month plan called 36 Months PTC Texas Summer Savings Product for 15.8¢ kWh: This plan has a $200 cancellation fee.
What is the best electric plan term to choose in Rankin?
Rankin providers offer multiple plan terms including 6-month, 10-month, 12-month, 24-month and 36-month. Typically, the longer term the plan, the lower the kWh cost because providers are averaging the fluctuations in cost caused by seasonal or situational changes over time. It’s good for customers because you can lock in your rate for longer.
Fixed Rate Electric Plans for Rankin, TX
Choosing a fixed-rate plan for a residential power customer in Texas can offer several benefits, including:
- Predictable Energy Costs: With a fixed-rate plan, the price you pay for electricity remains the same for the duration of your contract term. This means you can budget your energy expenses more easily and avoid any unpleasant surprises on your monthly bill.
- Protection from Price Spikes: In the energy market, prices can fluctuate based on a variety of factors, including supply and demand, weather, and other market forces. With a fixed-rate plan, you are protected from sudden price spikes, as your rate remains the same regardless of these external factors.
- Long-Term Savings: While fixed-rate plans may not always offer the lowest initial rate, they can often provide long-term savings compared to variable-rate plans. This is because variable-rate plans are subject to price fluctuations and may result in higher costs over time.
Overall, a fixed-rate plan can be a smart choice for residential power customers in Rankin, 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 Rankin there are several important factors to consider:
- Prices and Plans: The providers that offer the most competitive rates in Rankin include BKVE (6 plans from 15¢ kWh), Amigo Energy (6 plans from 16.3¢ kWh), Chariot Energy (10 plans from 16.5¢ kWh), Cirro Energy (13 plans from 15¢ kWh) and more.
- Customer Service: The best rated energy providers in Rankin with the lowest complaints in the last 6 months according to PowertoChoose.org include: BKVE (5 stars), Reliant Energy (5 stars) and TXU Energy (5 stars).
- Fees and Charges: Fees can include things like a Base Fee or Cancellation Fee from the Provider, as well as TDU Fees which are always included.
- Contract Terms: Often, shorter term plans are more expensive than longer term plans. Often, longer term plans are less expensive because they reduce risk for the providers as they are based on estimates of market prices for energy in the future. In Rankin for the 79778 ZIP code, 23 companies offer 12-month plans ranging from 16.7¢ kWh to 16.7¢ kWh, 19 companies offer 24-month plans ranging from 16.0¢ kWh to 16.1¢ kWh, and 15 companies offer 36-month plans ranging from 15.7¢ kWh to 15.8¢ kWh.
With BKVE electricity plans in Rankin, 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.
Rankin BKV Energy Coverage Areas
We power people all over Texas, including areas like Rankin and more. We know Rankin like it’s our own home town.
Maybe you live in the same ZIP code as Rankin High School, or even went to school at some of these fine institutions.
Rankin is part of the AEP Texas North TDU (Transmission & Delivery Utilities) - the folks who maintain the grid and power infrastructure for Rankin and other ZIP codes in your area.
| Area | ZIP Code(s) Serviced |
|---|---|
| Rankin | 79778 |