Here's the Average Electric Bill in Texas (and How to Save)

The good news is that electricity rates in Texas are lower than the national average.

There are ways to reduce your energy usage – and therefore your monthly bills.

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Here’s what you oughta know about average electricity bills in Texas and how to shrink yours.

What’s the average electricity bill in Texas?

It’s hard to generalize something like an electric bill.

There are sometimes dozens of options, all with different rates, contract terms and particulars.

Beware of any gimmicks or flashy offers that seem too good to be true.

There areplenty of solar installersin Texas that can help you do just that.

Some Texas residents also qualify for assistance paying their electric bills.

One of the biggest energy hogs in your home is air conditioning.

If you have electric heating, the same concept applies.

Look forEnergy Star appliances.

Here’s an energy hog most people don’t think of: Hugeflat-screen TVs.

“They use up a surprisingly enormous amount of your electric footprint,” Kraten said.

Consider downsizing your TV or using it less to lower your electricity bill.

“Proper insulation is massive,” said Don Whaley, advisor toOhmConnect Energy.

Correction, May 21:A previous version of this article gave an incorrect title for Don Whaley.

He is an advisor to OhmConnect Energy.