Serving Carrollton, TX Since 2006

    Ambit Energy Rates & Plans in
    Carrollton, Texas

    Start service at a new address, pay your bill, manage your account, or transfer your electricity — all in one place. Carrollton is in Texas's deregulated market, so you choose your provider.

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    Local Services

    Carrollton, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Carrollton is a well-established city in Dallas County, located northwest of downtown Dallas and known for its planned residential communities and strong business base. When you move to Carrollton, you'll be served by Oncor Electric Delivery for all grid infrastructure—poles, wires, and meters—which means Oncor is the utility you call during an outage or for any issues with the physical electricity delivery system. For your retail electricity plan, billing, and customer support, Ambit Energy serves as your retail provider. This split between your transmission and delivery company and your retail energy provider is standard for Texas's deregulated electricity market and gives you the flexibility to choose your power plan while maintaining reliable grid service. Carrollton experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F, which drives substantial cooling demand from June through September and results in higher-than-average usage during those months. Winter months are mild, so annual electricity consumption typically ranges between 12,000 and 16,000 kWh for a typical residential household. When comparing electricity plans, focus on rates quoted at the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh monthly tier rather than the advertised 500 kWh tier, since most Carrollton households actually use more than that baseline and will see better savings over a full 12-month contract at the realistic usage level. Ambit Energy offers competitive rates in that usage range and can help you find a plan that matches your home's cooling needs throughout the year.

    Your Electric Options

    Top 4 Ambit Energy Electricity Plans for Carrollton

    Serving the Oncor Electric Delivery utility area. Rates include E-Plan (paperless) discount.

    LOWEST RATE

    Budget Relief 12

    12 months

    500 kWh
    23.0¢
    1,000 kWh
    16.5¢
    2,000 kWh
    18.3¢
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    Texas Solar Buyback 24

    24 months

    500 kWh
    17.0¢
    1,000 kWh
    17.6¢
    2,000 kWh
    17.9¢
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    Texas Solar Buyback 12

    12 months

    500 kWh
    17.0¢
    1,000 kWh
    17.6¢
    2,000 kWh
    17.9¢
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    Lone Star Classic 24

    24 months

    500 kWh
    20.1¢
    1,000 kWh
    18.6¢
    2,000 kWh
    17.9¢
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    Most Carrollton homes use 1,000–1,500 kWh/month — the 1,000 kWh column is the most realistic comparison.

    Local Info

    Carrollton, TX Utility & Government Contacts

    Verified numbers, addresses, and websites for services you'll need during your move.

    Oncor

    Power outage · grid operator

    Call Oncor for outages — not Ambit.

    City Hall

    Permits, utilities, general

    Police (non-emergency)

    Carrollton Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Carrollton Electricity Service FAQ

    About Carrollton

    Who do I call for a power outage in Carrollton?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Carrollton area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Carrollton?+
    At typical 1,000 kWh usage, Budget Relief 12 delivers the best fixed-rate value at 16.5¢/kWh (E-Plan included). For summer A/C months, the Summer Break plan offers 50% off energy charges June–September — often the strongest value when usage spikes.
    Is Ambit available in all Carrollton ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Carrollton ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Addison, Coppell, Lewisville, Richardson — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Carrollton?+
    Call City of Carrollton Water Services at (972) 466-3000. Deposit may apply for new accounts. Setup typically completes in 1–3 business days.

    About the Texas Deregulated Market

    How long does it take to switch providers?+
    1 to 7 days, completed by your next meter read. No service interruption. New-address connections can usually happen same-day or next-day.
    What's the difference between Oncor and Ambit?+
    Oncor Electric Delivery owns the poles, wires, and meters (the Transmission & Distribution utility). Ambit is the retailer that sells your plan and sends your bill. You choose the retailer; the TDU is fixed by geography.
    Fixed vs variable rates — which should I pick?+
    Fixed locks your ¢/kWh for 12, 24, or 36 months. Variable can change monthly with wholesale prices. Most Texas households pick fixed for budget predictability, especially during summer peak months.
    What is the E-Plan discount?+
    Ambit's paperless billing discount — enroll in email-only billing and your rate drops by 0.2¢/kWh. Rates on this page assume E-Plan is enabled; add 0.2¢/kWh for paper billing.
    Do you have Spanish-language support?+
    Yes — our site is fully bilingual and phone support is available in Spanish. Ver esta página en español →

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    Disclaimer: Savings estimates are for illustration purposes only and are not guaranteed. Actual rates vary based on usage, location, and plan terms. Rates shown are at 2000 kWh usage level. E-Plan discount requires enrollment in electronic billing. Texas Energy Saver is an Independent Ambit Energy Consultant. Ambit Texas, LLC REP #10117.