Serving Tyler, TX Since 2006

    Ambit Energy Rates & Plans in
    Tyler, Texas

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

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    Local Services

    Tyler, TX Utility Setup Guide

    Tyler, the county seat of Smith County in Northeast Texas, is a vibrant mid-sized city known as the Rose City for its historic gardens and cultural heritage. The region has grown into a major healthcare, education, and manufacturing hub with a population exceeding 100,000 residents. When you move to Tyler, you'll interact with two separate entities for electricity: Oncor Electric Delivery, the regulated utility that maintains the poles, wires, and meters in your area and handles outages, and Ambit Energy, your retail electricity provider that manages your rate plan, billing, and customer support. This two-company structure is standard for Texas's deregulated electricity market and gives you the flexibility to choose your retail provider while Oncor handles the physical grid. Tyler's hot, humid East Texas climate means summer air conditioning demands are substantial from May through September, driving significant electricity consumption during peak cooling months. Most Tyler households use between 1,000 and 2,000 kWh per month across a 12-month contract cycle when accounting for summer peaks and milder winter months. As you compare electricity plans, focus on rates quoted at the 1,000 to 2,000 kWh consumption tier rather than the advertised 500 kWh introductory tier, since that range reflects where most households find genuine savings over a full year. Ambit Energy offers competitive options in this market and can help you understand what works best for your home's typical usage patterns.

    Your Electric Options

    Top 4 Ambit Energy Electricity Plans for Tyler

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

    Local Info

    Tyler, 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)

    Tyler Police Department

    County Courthouse

    Records, permits, court business

    Post Office

    USPS retail + mailing

    Frequently Asked

    Tyler Electricity Service FAQ

    About Tyler

    Who do I call for a power outage in Tyler?+
    Call Oncor Electric Delivery at (888) 313-4747. Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the wires and restores outages in the Tyler area. Your Ambit plan covers billing only.
    Which Ambit Energy plan offers the best value in Tyler?+
    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 Tyler ZIP codes?+
    Yes. Ambit serves all Tyler ZIP codes and surrounding areas in the same TDU territory.
    What nearby cities do you serve?+
    Whitehouse, Flint, Chandler, Winona — all in Oncor Electric Delivery territory.
    How do I set up water service in Tyler?+
    Call City of Tyler Water Department at (903) 531-1370. 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.