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Key Points
- Allen is part of the 80% of Texas that has a deregulated energy market.
- Deregulated energy gives consumers the power to choose their energy plan and provider.
- SaveOnEnergy can help you shop competitive electricity rates, unique plans, and leading Texas providers.
Learn more about how deregulated energy works
Allen energy FAQs
Once you enter your ZIP code on our marketplace, you’ll get a list of the available plans in your area. Click the “all filters” option, scroll down to features, and select green energy. This filter will populate plans that are 100% green in your area.
Frontier Utilities currently offers the best electricity rate in Allen at 11.4 cents per kWh. Gexa Energy, Discount Power, Cirro Energy, and 4Change Energy also offer comparable rates. Electricity rates change frequently in Texas, so check our marketplace often to find the most up-to-date pricing.
You can calculate your energy usage by multiplying the wattage of each device in your house by the estimated monthly usage. Another easy way to learn how much energy you consume is to check your past electricity bills. If you would like a more in-depth analysis, our guide to calculating your energy usage is a helpful resource that dives into estimating your total energy consumption and costs.
Energy providers are retail companies that can choose where to sell their energy plans, so certain plans may not be available in your city. This could be due to low demand or the provider’s lack of presence in your area. Some cities in Texas are newer to deregulation than others and may have fewer options than larger metropolitan areas like Houston or Dallas.
Energy usage typically goes up in response to the weather. Texans are especially familiar with this since summers are hot and humid, requiring constant air conditioning to stay cool. Similarly, winters can be cold, prompting homes and businesses to use more heating. If your electricity bill is higher in summer and winter, it’s likely because you use more energy to stay comfortable during extreme temperatures. You’ll find lower electricity rates during milder seasons like spring and fall, so we recommend shopping for a new plan during these times.