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Corpus Christi Electricity Plans & Rates
6 Reliant Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Reliant - Basic Power 36 | 36 Months | 12.8 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Conservation 24 | 24 Months | 12.9 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Basic Power 24 | 24 Months | 13.2 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Basic Power 12 | 12 Months | 14.2 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Truly Free Weekends 12 | 12 Months | 15.8 ¢/kWh |
| Reliant - Truly Free Nights 12 | 12 Months | 16.2 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Reliant Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-339-0416.
3 Cirro Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Cirro - Smart Value 12 Online | 12 Months | 11.7 ¢/kWh |
| Cirro - Smart Secure 12 | 12 Months | 13.7 ¢/kWh |
| Cirro - Smart Lock 24 Online | 24 Months | 14.3 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Cirro Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-392-9778.
0 Pulse Power Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
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- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Pulse Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 888-853-4219.
2 Green Mountain Energy Plan & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 24 Preferred | 24 Months | 13.8 ¢/kWh |
| Green Mountain - Pollution Free e-Plus 12 Preferred | 12 Months | 14.4 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Green Mountain Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-339-0421.
1 Payless Power No Deposit Plans and Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Payless Power - SmarTricity Club Price 12 - Prepaid Plan | 12 Months | 14.7 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Payless Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-926-9776.
5 Gexa Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Gexa Saver Deluxe 12 | 12 Months | 7.9 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver 12 | 12 Months | 9.0 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Value 12 | 12 Months | 13.5 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Saver Premium 12 | 12 Months | 15.7 ¢/kWh |
| Gexa Superb Saver 12 | 12 Months | 17.5 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with a Gexa Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 855-639-8212.
3 Discount Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Discount Power - Value Plus 12 | 12 Months | 12.1 ¢/kWh |
| Discount Power - Saver 24 | 24 Months | 12.5 ¢/kWh |
| Discount Power - Wise Buy Basic 12 | 12 Months | 12.9 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with Discount Power operator directly in English or Spanish at 833-556-6491.
Call Discount Power (833-556-6491)
3 Lone Star Energy Plans & Rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 36 | 36 Months | 12.9 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 24 | 24 Months | 13.4 ¢/kWh |
| Lone Star - Lone Star Green 12 | 12 Months | 14.1 ¢/kWh |
- Pricing shown is based on an exact usage of 1000 kWh.
Speak with Lone Star Energy operator directly in English or Spanish at 888-853-4404.
Corpus Christi Business Electricity Providers
If you are a Corpus Christi company looking for special discount business energy rates, you can conveniently fill out our simple form to request an immediate custom quote from Texas’ top business electricity providers.
Customer Ratings and Reviews of Corpus Christi Electric Companies
| Provider | |||
Reliant Energy | |||
Gexa Energy | |||
TriEagle Energy | |||
Cirro Energy | |||
Pulse Power | |||
Green Mountain Energy | |||
Champion Energy | |||
Just Energy | |||
| Amigo Energy | |||
Discount Power | |||
Chariot Energy | |||
| Direct Energy | |||
| TXU Energy | |||
| Hello Energy | |||
| Constellation Energy | |||
| Ambit Energy | |||
| Stream Energy | |||
Lone Star Energy |
History: Corpus Christi was founded in 1838 as a frontier trading post by Colonel Henry Lawrence Kinney, an adventurer and colonizer. The settlement was originally called Kinney’s Trading Post, or Kinney’s Ranch, and remained a trading post until the July of 1845. The trading post then became a campground for the U.S. troops under General Zachary Taylor who was preparing for the war with Mexico. In 1925, the Port of Corpus Christi opened after over sixty years on efforts to obtain a deep-water port. This port later became the sixth-largest U.S. port along with the deepest inshore port on the Gulf of Mexico.
Website for the City of Corpus Christi
Google Map to City Hall
Local Corpus Christi Businesses that Can Help You Reduce Your Energy Bill
Corpus Christi air conditioner companies that install energy-efficient A/C units and smart thermostats:
- Rapid Air (BBB Rated “A+): (361) 208-6681
- Justice Inc. (BBB Rated “A+”): (361) 888-8881
Corpus Christi attic insulation services that sell quality insulation to help you cut energy costs:
- Arctic Express Insulation (BBB Rated “A+”): (361) 360-5675
- Rapid Air (BBB Rated “A+”): (361) 208-6681
Stores in Corpus Christi where you can buy efficient LED light bulbs:
- Lowe’s: (361) 673-9000
- Home Depot: (361) 853-9173
Stores that sell certified Energy Star Products in Corpus Christi:
Local Corpus Christi window installation companies that sell energy-efficient windows:
- Window World (BBB Rated “A+”): (361) 265-8021
- All-Star Siding & Windows (BBB Rated “A+”): (361) 238-6114
Business Organizations in Corpus Christi
- United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce:
Address: 602 N. Staples Street, Ste. 150, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: (361) 881-1800 - Better Business Bureau Serving the Heart of Texas:
Address: 802 N. Carancahau St. Suite 630, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
Phone: (361) 852-4949
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations and Dealers in Corpus Christi
As the automotive industry evolves, electric vehicles (EVs) are growing. Some of the benefits of EVs include lower fuel costs (electrical) and reduced carbon emissions, and they also have lower maintenance costs than conventional cars and trucks. Top manufacturers of EVs include Tesla, BMW, Nissan, Chevrolet, and Ford. The best-selling models from these manufacturers include: Tesla Model 3, BMW i3, Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Bolt, and the Ford Fusion.
Find electric vehicle charging stations in Corpus Christi are here!
To get the best electricity rates in Texas for your home charging, enroll in a plan on Home Energy Club, where many of the top electricity providers in Texas offer their rates for less than those found on their own sites.
Below is a list of local Corpus Christi car dealerships that sell the EVs listed above:
| Mfg. & EV Model | Find Corpus Christi Dealer | Top Reviewed Dealership | Phone Number | Location |
| Tesla: Tesla Model 3 | Locate | Tesla | (510) 249-4092 | 3605 S Padre Island DrCorpus Christi, TX 78415 |
| BMW: BMW i3 | Locate | BMW of Corpus Christi | (361) 991-5555 | 4225 S Staples St, Corpus Christi, TX 78411 |
| Nissan: Nissan Leaf | Locate | Ed Hicks Nissan | (361) 654-1955 | 3000 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78415 |
| Chevrolet: Chevrolet Bolt | Locate | AutoNation Chevrolet South Corpus Christi | (361) 444-0604 | 6650 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412 |
| Ford: Ford Fusion | Locate | AutoNation Ford Corpus Christi | (361) 444-0125 | 6250 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78412 |
How to Lower Your Electricity Bill and Carbon Emissions in Corpus Christi
Reduce your energy rate and cut your CO2: Review profiles of the cheapest electricity providers in Corpus Christi on Home Energy Club and check out discount electricity rates that are often less than those you’ll find on the provider’s sites for energy plans with the same term length. To help lower your own CO2 emissions, enroll in a 100% renewable energy plan at rates that are lower than those of many traditional fossil-fuel plans.
Cut your electricity usage by taking easy steps that will save you money: You can also reduce your energy bill by following any of these 10 easy steps.
Landmarks, Events, Universities, Sports Teams in Corpus Christi
- S.S. Lexington Museum on the Bay
- Whooping Crane Festival
- Fiesta de la Flor Music Festival
- Beach to Bay Relay Marathon
- Texas Jazz Festival
- Dia de los Muertos Street Festival
- Harbor Lights Festival & Illuminated Boat Parade
- Find events in Corpus Christi
Who to Call if You Have a Power Outage in Corpus Christi
If you’re experiencing a power outage in Corpus Christi, you’re to call one of the Transmission and Delivery Service Providers (TDSPs or TDUs), your Retail Electricity Provider (REP). Corpus Christi metro area’s TDSP is AEP Central, so call them at (866) 223-8508 in case of a Corpus Christi power outage.
Electric Companies in Corpus Christi
Home Energy Company collects reviews and customer satisfaction data on over 40 electricity companies servicing Corpus Christi from a combination of independent review sites, the State of Texas Public Utility Commission Complaints Stats, the Better Business Bureau and other sources. HEC combines third party information with its Home Energy Club/Amazon customer rating survey results to determine a rating for the energy providers listed in the first table below. The ratings can be found on the HEC electric company reviews page and Texas energy providers’ pages. You’ll find reviews, phone numbers and energy rate links for all providers in both tables.
Rates, Reviews and Numbers for HEC-rated Electric Companies in Corpus Christi
Rates, Reviews and Numbers for Non-HEC Rated Electric Companies in Corpus Christi
Best Texas Electricity Rate Chart*
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| PROVIDERS/PLANS | 500 kWh | 1000 kWh | 2000 kWh | Contract Term | Rate Type | Cancel Fee | Renewable Content | ||||
| CIRRO PLANS | |||||||||||
| Smart Lock 24 Online | 15.5¢ | 14¢ | 12.8¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $200 | % | ||||
| Smart Value 12 Online | 15.1¢ | 11.6¢ | 12.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | 12% | ||||
| Smart Secure 12 | 13.9¢ | 13.9¢ | 13.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | % | ||||
| GEXA PLANS | |||||||||||
| Gexa Saver 12 | 19.8¢ | 9.9¢ | 14.4¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Deluxe 12 | 18.5¢ | 8.1¢ | 12.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Premium 12 | 16.6¢ | 16.1¢ | 10.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Saver Value 12 | 12.5¢ | 14.0¢ | 18.8¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| Gexa Superb Saver 12 | 21.5¢ | 17.6¢ | 10.6¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150.00 | 100% | ||||
| JUST PLANS | |||||||||||
| Just Energy Web Plan - 24 | 12.5¢ | 12.5¢ | 12.5¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $175 | 12% | ||||
| Just Energy Web Plan - 12 | 12.9¢ | 12.9¢ | 12.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $175 | 12% | ||||
| Base Saver III - 12 | 16.5¢ | 8.5¢ | 12¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $175 | 12% | ||||
| PULSE POWER PLANS | |||||||||||
| Texas Fixed 36 | 13.2¢ | 12.7¢ | 12.4¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Saver 24 | 18.5¢ | 8.6¢ | 13.1¢ | 24 Months | Bill Credit | $125 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Saver 36 | 18.7¢ | 8.8¢ | 13.3¢ | 36 Months | Bill Credit | $125 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Fixed 24 | 13.6¢ | 13.1¢ | 12.8¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $20 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Saver 12 | 18.4¢ | 8.5¢ | 13¢ | 12 Months | Bill Credit | $125 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Fixed 12 | 14.3¢ | 13.8¢ | 13.5¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20 | 20% | ||||
| Texas Green 36 | 13.7¢ | 13.2¢ | 12.9¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $20 | 100% | ||||
| Texas Green 24 | 14.1¢ | 13.6¢ | 13.3¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $20 | 100% | ||||
| Texas Green 12 | 14.8¢ | 14.3¢ | 14¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20 | 100% | ||||
| RELIANT PLANS | |||||||||||
| Conservation 24 | 14.5¢ | 13.5¢ | 14¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $295 | % | ||||
| Basic Power 36 | 15.2¢ | 12.8¢ | 12.5¢ | 36 Months | Fixed | $295 | % | ||||
| Basic Power 24 | 15.6¢ | 13.2¢ | 12.9¢ | 24 Months | Fixed | $295 | 12% | ||||
| Basic Power 12 | 17.2¢ | 14.8¢ | 14.5¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | 12% | ||||
| Truly Free Nights 12 | 16.6¢ | 16.2¢ | 15.9¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | 12% | ||||
| Truly Free Weekends 12 | 16.2¢ | 15.8¢ | 15.5¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $150 | 12% | ||||
| TRI-EAGLE PLANS | |||||||||||
| Eagle 12 | 14.2¢ | 13.7¢ | 13.4¢ | 12 Months | Fixed | $20.00 | 6% | ||||
*Centerpoint area rates. Enter your zip code for rates in your area.
Corpus Christi Electricity Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Corpus Christi?
The cheapest electricity rates in Corpus Christi from electric companies with high customer ratings are identified on HomeEnergyClub.com. The lowest rates are currently offered by the following four providers:
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- Gexa Energy (855-639-8212): 60-day guarantee, bill credit, and low rates
- Pulse Power (888-853-4219): 90-day guarantee, bill credit, and low rates
- Cirro Energy (833-392-9778): No-gimmick plans, low rates, Reliant Energy affiliate
- TriEagle Energy (888-380-4813): No-gimmick plans, low rates, TXU Energy affiliate
Enter your zip code on Home Energy Club to compare dozens of electric companies in your area, as well as vetted energy plans (using TrustPlan™). The comparison site is a one-stop shop that provides objective reviews and ratings, special discount rates, complaint statistics, and information specific to Corpus Christi electricity. The club’s bargaining power with providers gives you access to special low rates, and there are never any membership fees.
What are best electric companies in Corpus Christi?
HomeEnergyClub.com ranks electric companies and plans based on its HEC/Amazon surveys and TrustPlan™ process, independent review sites, government complaints statistics, and other objective sources. Currently, the site’s “Top 12 Best Electric Companies in Corpus Christi” list includes:
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- Reliant Energy (833-339-0416): most trusted brand in Corpus Christi, first-rate service
- Gexa Energy (855-639-8212): trusted brand, very low rates for small to mid-size homes
- TriEagle Energy (888-380-4813): no-gimmick plans, consistently low rates, Reliant affiliate
- Green Mountain Energy(833-339-0421): best known provider of 100% green plans
- Pulse Power (888-853-4219): fastest growing brand due to ultra-low rates, trusted provider
- Cirro Energy (833-392-9778): straightforward rates, simple enrollment
- Chariot Energy (844-978-6797): affordable solar energy, no equipment required
- Amigo Energy (888-864-0599): well established brand, straightforward rates
- TXU Energy (800-818-6132): most trusted brand in Dallas, first-rate service
- 4Change Energy (855-784-2426): low rates, trusted brand, TXU affiliate
- Champion Energy (844-856-9388): well established brand, moderate rates
- Just Energy (866-385-6065): well established brand, straightforward rates
Honorable mention: Payless Power, top brand for prepaid “no deposit” plans.
Objective sources of information are used for the reviews and ratings of residential electric companies in Texas. Independent sources include the Public Utilities Commission and the Better Business Bureau. Major review sites used include Google and Yelp. The following are among the qualities Home Energy Club looks for when determining the ranking of the best electric companies in Corpus Christi:
- Pricing, including consideration of rates relative to service level
- Transparency and trustworthiness
- Customer service, including complaint resolution history
- Quality of practices in billing
For additional information on the 40-plus electricity providers servicing Corpus Christi, visit Home Energy Club.
What is a good rate per kWh in Corpus Christi?
The best energy rates in Corpus Christi per kWh tumbled to as low as to 5 cents and 6 cents on HomeEnergyClub.com because of a collapse in commodity prices, though seasonal changes are common and rates will increase as commodity prices bounce back. There may be no better time to consider locking in current low rates by enrolling in a 24-month, 36-month or 60-month energy plan. As commodity prices recover, residential energy rates will rise due to higher costs of power generation. The average amount paid for residential electricity in Texas in recent years has been about 11 cents/kWh.
Who is the best alternative in Corpus Christi to Power to Choose?
Special discount pricing at HomeEnergyClub.com, due to considerable bargaining power with providers, is one reason the premier comparison site is the best alternative to Power to Choose. Equally valuable is the comparison site’s use of the TrustPlan™ process, which is a manual vetting process that eliminates energy plans with deceptive gimmicks that cause bill surprises. No energy plans are vetted by Power to Choose, which is a government website that has no discernible quality control process. A high volume of customer complaints over years has led to discussions among Texas state government leaders to shut the site down (see Houston Chronicle articles).
Where can I compare electricity companies in Corpus Christi?
Compare Corpus Christi energy plans side-by-side using objective information at HomeEnergyClub.com, a top-rated site (4.9 out of 5 stars on Google). It is a free service that vets each energy plan using its TrustPlan™ process with the goal of helping you to avoid bill surprises. The easy-to-use site works as follows:
- Enter your zip code to instantly see comparisons of Corpus Christi electricity rates and plans
- Because of the site’s bargaining power with energy companies, you can take advantage of special low discount energy rates that are often lower than those found on the providers’ own sites
- The TrustPlan™ vetting process eliminates plans that have deceptive gimmicks
- Customers have confidence in the unbiased information provided because the consumer advocate site never sells preferred treatment to energy providers
- Choosing the best energy plan is made easier and more accurate with the site’s helpful guides
- The site is free to use and you never pay club membership fees. Providers pay a small fee for a listing on the site, which is built into the special discount rates you receive
Home Energy Club makes it easier for you to choose the best energy plan for your Corpus Christi home by providing thousands of verified ratings, reviews, and complaint statistics from such objective sources as the State of Texas, major independent review sites, and the BBB.
Who vets Corpus Christi electricity plans to eliminate gimmicks?
To prevent gimmicky electricity plans that cause bill surprises from being listed on HomeEnergyClub.com, the comparison site’s staff vets each energy plan manually. The TrustPlan™ process utilizes the extensive experience and analytics the company has acquired since its 2011 start. Additional site features to help you choose the correct plan include:
- A filter on the home page lets you exclude energy plans with less predictable billing
- Using the “Compare Plans” feature in the site’s filter section, you can compare plans side by side, including cancellation fees, rates, and other key information
- Options include 60-day and 90-day guarantees on plans from electric companies such as Pulse Power and Gexa Energy that allow you to change to another of their plans in the event you choose one that’s not the right fit for the energy usage level of your home
- The “Plan Details” section associated with each plan notes plan benefits and warnings
- Practical guides equip you to choose the best plan for your home
While Home Energy Club recognizes that many factors besides gimmick plans can cause energy bill surprises, such as spikes in energy consumption during summer months, the site aims to reduce the chances of energy bill shocks among Corpus Christi residents.
Where to find objective electric company reviews and ratings in Corpus Christi?
To avoid being influenced by reviews with potential bias, it is best not to refer to reviews touted on sites that sell electricity. The following independent, objective sources for ratings, reviews, and complaint statistics are used by Home Energy Club:
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- The Public Utility Commission of Texas
- HEC/Amazon surveys of Amazon’s customer base
- Google Reviews
- Yelp Reviews
Visit HomeEnergyClub.com for reviews and ratings of Corpus Christi electric companies from objective, unbiased sources.
Why is my Corpus Christi energy bill so high?
Home Energy Club vets each energy plan to help you avoid unpleasant bill surprises caused by deceptive gimmick plans. There are other reasons, however, that you could experience an electricity bill shock:
- Expiration of a fixed-price plan. On or before the expiration date of your fixed price energy plan, it is important to renew or switch your energy plan. Otherwise, you may learn first-hand how energy providers tend to move customers to their highest rates when plans expire.
- The energy supplier has increased their rates. Energy companies can raise your rate at any time if you are on a variable rate plan, which also applies to providers offering plans at “wholesale prices”.
- Your energy use does not match the energy plan you chose. A common reason for dreadful bill surprises is when consumers sign up for a plan that does not match their home’s energy usage. Review the Electricity Facts Label (read the guide) to ensure that you choose the correct energy plan based on the pattern of energy use in your home.
- Other factors that can increase your energy costs include a home’s lack of energy efficiency and scorching summer temperatures.
Visit HomeEnergyClub.com for more information.
Where to find electric vehicle charging stations in Corpus Christi?
Learn where local electric vehicle charging stations in Corpus Christi are found by visiting the Corpus Christi page at HomeEnergyClub.com. Electric vehicles (EVs) help to reduce CO2 emissions. Learn about reducing the size of your carbon footprint.
Is Reliant Truly Free Nights and Weekends (or days) worth it?
A Reliant energy plan with free nighttime use of electricity may be a good option for you, though it depends on your pattern of electricity usage in your Corpus Christi home. What catches Texas residents by surprise is that the cost per kWh is exceptionally high for the hours when energy is not free. If you use most of your electricity when it is free and perform high-consumption activities such as running your dishwasher during free hours, a time of use plan such as free nights and weekends may be a good choice for you. Visit HomeEnergyClub.com to view plans with free times of use.
