Serving Desoto, TX Since 2006

    Ambit Energy Rates & Plans in
    Desoto, Texas

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

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    Local Services

    Desoto, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Desoto is a growing community in Dallas County, located south of Dallas in the North Texas region. When you move to Desoto, you'll need to set up service with two separate companies for your electricity. Oncor Electric Delivery is the regulated utility that owns and maintains the poles, wires, and meters in your area—call Oncor for any power outages or infrastructure issues. For your electricity plan, billing, and customer service, you'll work with a retail electric provider like Ambit Energy. This separation between the utility company that delivers power and the provider that bills you is standard across Texas's deregulated electricity market. Desoto experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F, which means air conditioning will drive much of your annual electricity usage from June through September. Most homes in the area use between 1,000 and 2,000 kilowatt-hours per month during peak cooling season, though winter usage drops significantly. When comparing rates from retail providers, focus on pricing at the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh tier rather than promotional rates advertised at the 500 kWh level, since that's where actual household savings appear over a full 12-month contract. Ambit Energy offers competitive options in this range and can help you find a plan that matches your long-term budget.

    Your Electric Options

    Top 4 Ambit Energy Electricity Plans for Desoto

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

    Local Info

    Desoto, 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)

    Desoto Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Desoto Electricity Service FAQ

    About Desoto

    Who do I call for a power outage in Desoto?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Desoto area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Desoto?+
    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 Desoto ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Desoto ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Red Oak — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Desoto?+
    Call City of Desoto Water Department at (972) 223-6600. 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.