Serving Communities Across Texas
Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) delivers electricity to a wide range of communities across Texas, including coastal, rural, and suburban areas. While TNMP maintains the grid, delivers electricity, and restores outages, customers in deregulated regions can choose their electricity provider.
While your retail energy rate is determined by the specific plan you choose and retail energy provider (REP), your electricity delivery charges from TNMP are not fixed. These Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU) fees are adjusted several times per year to reflect updated regulatory costs and infrastructure investments approved by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). Consequently, your total “all-in” rate will shift whenever these pass-through charges are updated, regardless of which provider you use!
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Top Electric Providers in TNMP Territory
- 4Change Energy: 4Change Energy is founded on the principle of giving back, donating 4% of its annual profits to Texas-based charities like Feeding Texas and the American Cancer Society! They specialize in “usage credit” plans, offering bill credits when you hit a specified monthly usage. They are a top choice for customers who want competitive pricing with a social mission.
- APG&E: With transparent billing and great usage bill credits, APG&E (AP Gas & Electric) is known for “straight-talk” pricing without hidden fees. They offer a variety of fixed-rate plans, like True Classic and usage credit plans including the SimpleSaver, which provides bill credits for households that consistently use over 1,000 kWh per month.
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Atlantex Power: Focusing on transparent, fixed-rate plans like their “Luminous” series, Atlantex Power offers a unique “Savings Hub” service that helps customers negotiate other home bills (like internet and cell phone). They are known for being customer focused and a 90-day satisfaction guarantee for new enrollments.
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Chariot Energy: Best for individuals looking for 100% green energy, Chariot Energy offers competitive renewable plans for homes without panels, and for those who do have them, they offer some of the best solar buyback (net metering) programs in the TNMP territory.
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CleanSky Energy: Specializing in making renewable energy practical and budget-friendly, CleanSky Energy offers 100% wind and solar plans with simple fixed-rate structures and no hidden “gimmick” fees. They are a great choice for eco-minded customers who don’t want to pay a premium for green power!
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Companion Energy: This is a unique provider that blends energy savings with pet-centric perks! Every Companion Energy plan includes “Pet Perks” like 24/7 unlimited virtual vet care (via Airvet) and 25% discounts on in-network vet visits. They are a mission-driven company that partners with animal welfare organizations, making them a top choice for customers who want their monthly utility bill to support a cause.
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Energy Texas: Best known for its “No Bull” branding and commitment to sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable energy, often sourced from Texas itself. Energy Texas provides easy-to-read billing statements and a “30-Day Test Drive” to ensure customers are happy with their selected rate!
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Express Energy: This low-overhead provider focuses on providing the most competitive price points possible. By offering paperless-only billing and automated account management, Express Energy provides some of the lowest “all-in” fixed rates for 12- and 24-month contracts!
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Frontier Utilities: Frontier Utilities focuses on providing a variety of term lengths, including 12-month fixed-rate plans that offer price stability for households of all sizes. They provide a 60-Day Happiness Guarantee, allowing new customers to switch plans without a penalty if their initial choice doesn’t fit their lifestyle. With robust online management tools and a highly-rated mobile app for tracking usage, Frontier is a competitive option for residents across the TNMP service territory.
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Gexa Energy: Gexa Energy offers a wide range of plans tailored to different lifestyles, including usage-based credits that can provide significant value for larger, high-usage homes. Every residential plan includes 100% renewable energy as a standard feature, and their “60-Day Happiness Guarantee” allows new customers to switch to a different Gexa Energy plan without penalty if their first choice isn’t a perfect fit. From smart-home incentives to a robust mobile app for tracking usage, Gexa Energy combines modern tools with a long-standing Texas tradition.
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Octopus Energy: A global technology leader, Octopus Energy offers “Intelligent” plans that integrate with smart thermostats, home batteries, and electric vehicles as well as simple fixed-rate plans. Their platform integrates with smart devices to help optimize home energy efficiency.
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Payless Power: As a leading provider of “pay-as-you-go” electricity in Texas, Payless Power offers fixed-rate prepaid plans that skip the traditional credit check and security deposit. Instead, a simple upfront payment goes directly toward your initial power balance. While these plans do involve fixed-term contracts to lock in your rate, they provide ultimate transparency through daily usage alerts and a “no-surprises” billing model. This makes them a top choice for Texans who want to manage their energy budget in real-time!
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Rhythm Energy: Known for its “Best Price Always” pledge, which ensures that existing customers are offered the same competitive rates as new ones when it’s time to renew. They are a 100% renewable energy provider, with a 30-Day Test Drive policy and a highly-rated mobile app that helps TNMP residents track daily usage and predict future bills. Rhythm Energy is a top choice for those who value transparency, technology, and long-term fairness.
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Veteran Energy: Best for supporting military members and their families, Veteran Energy provides competitive rates while donating a portion of every customer’s bill to organizations that support U.S. veterans! Their “Power to Give Back” mission is a cornerstone of their service!
TNMP covers varied geography, so finding a good local plan often requires ZIP-specific comparisons.
Texas-New Mexico Power (TNMP) Delivery Charges
TNMP serves several North Texas, West Texas, and Gulf Coast communities. Like other utilities, TNMP charges a monthly fixed fee plus a usage-based delivery rate to cover infrastructure and service costs. TNMP’s delivery charges tend to be higher than many other TDUs, at about $7.85 per month plus around 7.20¢ per kWh of electricity delivered.
Because of the variable portion of these fees, months with higher energy use can see higher overall electricity costs.
Keep in Mind:
- These charges are regulated and independent of your electricity provider’s energy charge.
- They appear on your bill no matter which plan you choose.
FAQs
Why are TNMP delivery charges higher than other utilities?
TNMP serves smaller, spread-out regions, which can increase infrastructure and maintenance costs.
Does TNMP offer electricity plans?
No. TNMP only delivers electricity. You choose your electricity provider separately.
Who handles power outages in TNMP areas?
TNMP is responsible for restoring service and repairing power lines.
Can switching providers lower my TNMP charges?
No. TNMP charges stay the same, but switching providers can lower your energy rate.
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