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| Reliant - Reliant Power Savings 24 plan | 24 months | $0.139 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Power Savings 12 plan | 12 months | $0.155 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Basic Power 24 plan | 24 months | $0.172 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Conservation 24 plan | 24 months | $0.175 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Basic Power 12 plan | 12 months | $0.178 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Conservation 12 plan | 12 months | $0.179 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Pure Power 24 plan | 24 months | $0.180 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Pure Power 12 plan | 12 months | $0.184 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 24 plan | 24 months | $0.207 / kWh |
| Reliant - Reliant Power Savings 2,000 kWh 12 plan | 12 months | $0.223 / kWh |
Please note: All rates above are accurate as of 6/15/2025, 5:21:24 AM CDT for ZIP Code 79707. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.
Reliant Energy is a Houston-based electricity provider selling fixed-rate, variable-rate, and prepaid energy plans in Texas. The company provides power to more than 1 million homes and businesses across the Lone Star State.
To explore Reliant Energy electric rates in your area, enter your ZIP code on this page and select the Reliant Energy filter.
Besides straightforward electricity plans, Reliant Energy also offers a variety of other perks and services, including:
Reliant Energy works with utility providers to serve customers in the following Texas cities:
Reliant Energy offers a variety of plan types you can sign up for on our marketplace. Here’s a quick overview of the company’s best fixed-rate plans. Enter your ZIP code to browse options and discover which plans are available in your area.
Reliant’s Power Savings plan offers fixed-rate terms of either 12 or 24 months. As long as your usage is 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) or more each month, you’ll receive a $50 monthly bill credit. You’ll have to pay an early termination fee (ETF) of $150 or $295 if you cancel before the contract ends.
Reliant offers excellent options for customers who tend to use large amounts of energy. The Power Savings 2,000 kWh 12 and 24 plans are fixed for one or two years and offer bill credits when you use more than 2,000 kWh per month.
Reliant’s Basic Power plan is another good choice for medium-usage customers. The plan is available for one or two years, and it waives your base charge if you use over 1,000 kWh per month.
Are you on a tight schedule and need to enroll in a power plan fast? Reliant Energy lets you access same-day electricity when you sign up by 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday. Whether you’re moving into a new place or switching providers, Reliant Energy can help you turn your lights on as soon as possible. Choose from flexible plan options and sign up for reliable power without the wait.
If you want to quickly compare options from other providers before locking down an option, Choose Texas Power can help. Explore other same-day electricity options in Texas on our marketplace and learn more about provider cutoff times. You can also call our energy experts to find the best plan for your unique energy needs today.
With the free Choose Texas Power marketplace, you can easily browse Reliant Energy plans and compare rates from other providers. You may find that prices can differ by location due to utility transmission charges and government fees. Search for electricity rates in your ZIP code for the most accurate pricing. Choose Texas Power can help you compare rates for your location and sign up all in one place. Here’s how the process works:
If you have questions about the process, call the phone number on your screen to reach one of our trusted energy experts.
Reliant Energy earned an overall score of 4.3 out of 5 from the Choose Texas Power team. Reliant scores especially well for customer service and online access, though its plan options are somewhat limited. Read our full Reliant Energy review to learn more about the factors considered in our rating process.
If there is a power outage or downed power line in your area, contact your utility company, not Reliant Energy. Not sure which utility company serves your home? Check out our utilities resource to find yours.
For questions about billing or electricity service, contact Reliant Energy through one of these channels:
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Reliant Energy is one of many electricity providers that require a deposit when setting up service. Customers with a credit score lower than Reliant’s threshold may be charged a deposit. Enter your ZIP code on this page and filter plan features for “all credit approved” to explore no-deposit options in your area.
If you cancel any fixed-rate Reliant Energy plan before your contract expires, you’ll incur an early termination fee (ETF). Reliant Energy charges $150 for 12-month plans and $295 for plans with longer contracts. If you cancel your contract because you’re moving outside of Reliant’s service area, you won’t have to pay an ETF as long as you submit proof of your address change.
Reliant Energy is a subsidiary of NRG Energy. Based in Houston, NRG Energy owns other well-known energy providers, including Green Mountain Energy and Direct Energy.
You can use the Choose Texas Power marketplace to easily compare rates and plans from Reliant Energy and other providers. Our site is free to use, and you can directly sign up for a plan if you find one that matches your energy needs. Enter your ZIP code on this page or call our energy experts at the number on your screen to get started.
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