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Updated: January 2026

Irving Electricity Rates

Compare electricity plans from 40+ providers in Irving. Home to Las Colinas, DFW Airport area, and major corporate headquarters.

$175
Avg Monthly Bill
1,350 kWh
Avg Usage
1,800+ kWh
Summer Peak

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Electricity in Irving

Diverse housing means varied usage.

Irving has everything from Las Colinas luxury high-rises to Valley Ranch family homes to older neighborhoods near downtown. Your electricity usage depends heavily on which part of Irving you live in and your home type.

Summer Reality Check

June - September usage:1,500-2,000 kWh/month
AC share of bill:Up to 60%
Apartment/Condo:$120-$180/month
Single-family home:$200-$300/month

Winter Months

November - March usage:1,000-1,400 kWh/month
Average bill drop:25-35% lower
Typical winter bill:$120-$160/month

Las Colinas apartments often have better insulation than older Irving homes, resulting in lower per-square-foot usage.

About Oncor (Your TDSP)

Irving is served by Oncor Electric Delivery, which handles electricity delivery regardless of which retail provider you choose.

Oncor serves the entire DFW Metroplex and most of North Texas:

  • Irving, Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington
  • Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Garland
  • Over 10 million customers across Texas

The rates on our comparison tool include Oncor's delivery charges. You're seeing the total price you'll actually pay.

Irving's Electricity Market

With 40+ retail providers competing for Irving customers, you have plenty of options for finding competitive rates. Las Colinas residents in particular tend to be savvy shoppers.

What Competition Gets You

  • Rates as low as 9¢/kWh with the right plan
  • 100% renewable energy plans available
  • Short-term plans for apartment renters
  • Fixed-rate plans up to 36 months

What to Watch Out For

  • Minimum usage fees (common in apartments)
  • Teaser rates at exactly 1,000 kWh
  • Early termination fees for short leases
  • Auto-renewal at higher rates

Irving Money-Saving Tip

If you're renting in Las Colinas or Valley Ranch, look for plans with no minimum usage fees. Apartments often use less than 1,000 kWh, and some plans charge extra if you use under that amount.

What's Normal in Irving?

Irving's diverse housing stock means wide variation in usage. Here's what to expect:

Home TypeSummer (Jun-Sep)Winter (Nov-Mar)Summer Bill (@ 14¢/kWh)
Apartment (500-900 sq ft)700-1,100 kWh500-800 kWh$98-$154
Condo/Townhome1,000-1,500 kWh800-1,100 kWh$140-$210
Single-family (1,500-2,500 sq ft)1,500-2,100 kWh1,100-1,500 kWh$210-$294
Large home (2,500+ sq ft)2,000-2,800 kWh1,400-1,900 kWh$280-$392

Las Colinas high-rise apartments typically have more efficient HVAC systems than older Irving neighborhoods.

Best Time to Switch in Irving

Good Times to Switch

  • April-May: Lock in rates before summer
  • October-November: Better deals as demand drops
  • Lease renewal: Match contract to your lease
  • When moving: No cancellation fee at new address

Times to Be Careful

  • July-August: Peak rates everywhere
  • ERCOT grid alerts: Temporary rate spikes
  • Breaking lease early: Check early termination fees

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