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Odessa, TX electricity rates
About 115,743 people live in Odessa (Census Bureau 2023 estimate). Odessa is in Ector County and gets its power delivered by Oncor Electric Delivery, so households here can shop among retail electric providers. Oncor is the largest wires utility in Texas, covering Dallas, Fort Worth and much of North, Central and West Texas.
Eligible Odessa ZIP codes: 79761, 79762, 79763, 79764, 79765, 79766.
Heads up: ZIP 79760 is split between providers, so some addresses there may not be able to switch. Enter your ZIP below or check your address with your current bill.
Current Oncor plans for Odessa
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Average price at 1,000 kWh from each plan's EFL, delivery charges included. Plans with terms of 3 months or less are excluded. Rank plans at your usage.
How the Oncor delivery charge works
Your bill has two parts. The energy charge is what your provider sets and competes on. The delivery charge belongs to Oncor Electric Delivery: a fixed monthly customer and metering charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate approved by the PUCT. Every provider in Odessa pays the same delivery charges, which is why comparing the all-in average price on the EFL is the fair way to shop. Low-usage homes feel the fixed monthly piece more, so check prices at 500 kWh if you live in a small apartment.
Ector County notes
In Ector County, competitive service comes through Oncor Electric Delivery. Some nearby areas in the county are served by a city-owned utility or co-op and cannot switch.
Nearby cities
- Midland (Oncor, 19 mi)
- Andrews (Oncor, 33 mi)
- Big Spring (Oncor, 61 mi)
- Snyder (Oncor, 105 mi)
- San Angelo (AEP Texas North, 117 mi)
- Lubbock (Lubbock Power & Light, 121 mi)
Odessa electricity FAQ
Can I choose my electricity provider in Odessa, TX?
Yes, for addresses on the Oncor Electric Delivery system. Odessa ZIP codes 79761, 79762, 79763, 79764, 79765, 79766 are in the Texas competitive retail market, so you can pick any retail electric provider that serves Oncor. ZIP 79760 is split, so confirm your address.
Who is the electric utility in Odessa?
Oncor Electric Delivery owns the poles and wires in Odessa, reads meters and restores outages. You do not choose the utility; it stays the same no matter which provider you pick. To report an outage, call Oncor at 1-888-313-4747.
What is the Oncor delivery charge on my Odessa bill?
Every plan in Odessa includes Oncor's regulated delivery charges: a fixed monthly customer charge plus a per-kWh delivery rate, both set by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Providers pass these through, so they are already included in the average price shown on each plan's Electricity Facts Label (EFL). They are updated periodically, so read the current figures on the EFL rather than an old article.
How do I compare electricity rates in Odessa?
Use the live table on this page, which lists current fixed-rate plans on the Oncor system from the state's Power to Choose data, sorted by average price at 1,000 kWh. For a ranking at your own usage, enter your Odessa ZIP on the home page. Plans with promotional terms of 3 months or less are left out.
Does switching providers in Odessa interrupt my power?
No. The new provider handles the switch with the utility, and the same wires deliver your power. A standard switch usually completes within a few business days.