Serving Richardson, TX Since 2006

    Richardson, TX
    Ambit Energy Electric Service, Rates & Plans

    Start service at a new address in Richardson, pay your bill, manage your account, or transfer your electricity — all in one place. Richardson is in Texas's deregulated market, so you choose your provider. Over 1 Million Texans have chosen us because Ambit Energy offers the confidence of a BBB A-Rated energy service provider and a history of being ranked #1 on JD Power for customer satisfaction more times than any other energy provider.

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    Local Services

    Richardson, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Richardson sits in Dallas County in the north-central portion of Texas and has established itself as a major technology and telecommunications hub. The city is home to numerous corporate headquarters and attracts skilled professionals in software, engineering, and technology sectors. When you need to report a power outage or have issues with your meter, lines, or poles, you'll contact Oncor Electric Delivery, the regulated utility that owns and maintains the physical infrastructure. For your electricity plan, billing, and customer service, you'll work with your retail electricity provider. This two-tier system is standard across Texas's deregulated electricity market and gives you the freedom to choose your power supplier while Oncor handles the reliable delivery of electricity to your home. Richardson's summers are hot, regularly exceeding ninety-five degrees, which drives substantial air conditioning demand from June through September. Winter months are mild, so cooling costs dominate your annual electricity bill. Most households in Richardson use between twelve hundred and two thousand kilowatt-hours per month during peak summer, though winter usage typically drops to four hundred to six hundred kilowatt-hours. When comparing retail electricity plans, focus on the rates at the fifteen hundred to two thousand kilowatt-hour tier rather than advertised rates at five hundred kilowatt-hours, since that range better reflects typical household consumption over a full twelve-month contract. Ambit Energy offers competitive plans tailored to North Texas usage patterns and can help you lock in a stable rate for the year ahead.

    Compare Richardson Energy Rates & Plans With Ambit Energy

    Showing 15 plans for Richardson, TX
    Usage:

    Budget Relief 12

    $50 Credit

    Earn $50 back when you use 1,000+ kWh in a month

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    16.5¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Texas Solar Buyback 24

    Solar

    Get paid for your excess solar energy

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    17.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Texas Solar Buyback 12

    Solar

    Get paid for your excess solar energy

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    17.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Lone Star Classic 24

    Fixed Rate

    Simple, straightforward fixed rate pricing

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    18.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Classic 12

    Fixed Rate

    Simple, straightforward fixed rate pricing

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    18.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Secure Savings 24

    No Base Charge

    No base charge with automatic bill relief at higher usage

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.1¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Secure Savings 12

    Fixed Rate

    No base charge with automatic bill relief at higher usage

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.1¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Plus 24

    Best Value

    Tiered pricing that rewards higher usage households

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Lone Star Plus 12

    Fixed Rate

    Tiered pricing with 12-month flexibility

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    19.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Free & Clear Nights 12

    Free Nights

    Free electricity every night from 9PM to 6AM

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Summer Break 24

    🌞 50% Off Summer🌞 50% Off Jun–Sep

    50% off energy charges from June through September

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    Summer effective: 13.1¢
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    Summer Break 12

    🌞 50% Off Summer🌞 50% Off Jun–Sep

    50% off energy charges from June through September

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.2¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    Summer effective: 13.1¢
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    Lone Star Flex

    No Contract

    No contract required, cancel anytime with no fee

    Term Month-to-MonthRate Type Variable
    20.3¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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    Ultimate Perks 24

    Rewards

    Get Reward Dollars monthly at restaurants, stores & more

    Term 24 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Ultimate Perks 12

    Rewards

    Get Reward Dollars monthly at restaurants, stores & more

    Term 12 MonthsRate Type Fixed
    20.6¢
    per kWh at 1,000 kWh
    with E-Plan Discount
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    Disclaimer: Rates shown include TDU delivery charges and are based on the usage level selected. E-Plan discount requires enrollment in electronic billing. Actual rates may vary based on your specific usage and TDU area. See Electricity Facts Label for complete pricing details. Texas Electric Saver is an Independent Ambit Energy Consultant. Ambit Texas, LLC REP #10117. goambit.com/disclaimer

    Local Info

    Richardson, 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)

    Richardson Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Richardson Electricity Service FAQ

    About Richardson

    Who do I call for a power outage in Richardson?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Richardson area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Richardson?+
    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 Richardson ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Richardson ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Plano, Addison, Garland, Sachse — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Richardson?+
    Call City of Richardson Water Utilities at (972) 744-4000. 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.