Serving Denton, TX Since 2006

    Ambit Energy Rates & Plans in
    Denton, Texas

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

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    Local Services

    Denton, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Denton is a college town in Denton County in northwest Texas, home to the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University. When you move to Denton, you'll need to set up electricity service by contacting two different entities. Oncor Electric Delivery is the utility company that owns and maintains the poles, wires, and meters in your area, so you call Oncor to report outages or service interruptions. For your retail electricity plan, billing, and customer support, you'll work with a competitive retail electric provider such as Ambit Energy. This separation of roles is standard for Texas's deregulated electricity market and gives you choice in who supplies your power while Oncor ensures reliable delivery. Denton summers are hot, with temperatures regularly reaching 92 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit, which means air conditioning will be a major driver of your electricity use from June through September. Winter demand is moderate, and most households in the area consume between 1,200 and 2,000 kilowatt-hours per month across a full year when accounting for seasonal variations. When comparing retail electricity plans, focus on rates quoted at the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh tier rather than the promotional 500 kWh tier, since that range better reflects actual household consumption over a twelve-month contract and gives you a more realistic picture of your savings.

    Your Electric Options

    Top 4 Ambit Energy Electricity Plans for Denton

    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 Denton homes use 1,000–1,500 kWh/month — the 1,000 kWh column is the most realistic comparison.

    Local Info

    Denton, 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)

    Denton Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Denton Electricity Service FAQ

    About Denton

    Who do I call for a power outage in Denton?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Denton area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Denton?+
    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 Denton ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Denton ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Krum, Argyle, Ponder, Lake Dallas — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Denton?+
    Call City of Denton Water Utilities at (940) 349-8000. 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.