Serving Kaufman, TX Since 2006

    Ambit Energy Rates & Plans in
    Kaufman, Texas

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

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    Local Services

    Kaufman, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Kaufman is a city in Kaufman County located southeast of Dallas, serving as a regional hub for agriculture, retail, and manufacturing. When you move to Kaufman, you'll work with two different electric companies. Oncor Electric Delivery is the regulated utility that owns the poles, wires, and meters in your area, and Oncor is the company you call if the power goes out or you need emergency service. For your electricity plan, billing, and day-to-day customer support, you'll work with a retail electricity provider such as Ambit Energy. This split between the grid operator and the retail provider is standard for Texas's deregulated electricity market and applies throughout the state. Kaufman summers are hot and drive significant air conditioning use, while winters are mild, making the area moderately seasonal for electricity demand. Most households in Kaufman use between 1,200 and 1,800 kilowatt-hours per month across a full year. When you're shopping for an electricity plan, focus on the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh tier rather than the advertised 500 kWh introductory rate, because that's the range where most homes actually realize savings over a full 12-month contract. Comparing rates at the tier that matches your expected usage helps you lock in a genuinely affordable plan for the long term.

    Your Electric Options

    Top 4 Ambit Energy Electricity Plans for Kaufman

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

    Local Info

    Kaufman, 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)

    Kaufman Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Kaufman Electricity Service FAQ

    About Kaufman

    Who do I call for a power outage in Kaufman?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Kaufman area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Kaufman?+
    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 Kaufman ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Kaufman ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Scurry, Crandall, Terrell, Kemp — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Kaufman?+
    Call City of Kaufman at (972) 932-2216. 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.