Texas-New Mexico Power Service & Electricity Rates

Compare Texas-New Mexico Power electricity rates

Utility companies oversee specific areas within Texas’ deregulated energy market. While they do not directly sell electricity plans, they operate the power grid for their territory by delivering energy to homes and businesses and addressing outages. Explore energy providers within Texas-New Mexico Power’s (TNMP) region — use our filters to customize the results to your preference.

Shopping for Texas-New Mexico Power energy plans

The free Texas Electric Rates marketplace aims to make energy shopping a one-stop destination for TNMP energy customers. We simplify this process so you can find the best power plan for your needs and sign up directly on our site. To help you get started, keep these tips in mind before you shop for plans in the Texas-New Mexico Power service area:

  • Review your past electricity bills. Your bills will show how much energy you typically consume monthly. This information is important because it will help you match your typical usage with the best plan. Some energy plans benefit certain customers more than others.
  • Read the Electricity Facts Label (EFL). On our marketplace, you’ll find the EFL for every plan. This document contains key information such as your energy rate, fees, deposits, contract length, and more. Carefully read the EFL to ensure the plan is right for you.
  • We’re here to help. Call our team if you have questions during the energy-shopping process and want some additional guidance. Our energy experts have years of experience navigating Texas’ deregulated energy market and can help you explore your options and sign up.

Once you are ready, follow these steps to sign up for your next energy plan:

  • Enter your ZIP code. Our marketplace will display a variety of plans available for your location.
  • Filter based on preference. You can filter by rate type, contract length, provider, and other features. This will help narrow down your results to best suit your needs.
  • Complete sign-up. You can sign up online or over the phone with one of our agents. Either way, the sign-up process should only take a few minutes. After that, your new energy provider will handle activating your electricity.

Texas-New Mexico Power delivery charges

Utility companies charge a fee for delivering electricity to homes and businesses. You will find this on your bill listed as Transmission and Distribution Utility (TDU) or Transportation and Distribution Service Provider (TDSP) charges. Each utility charges different rates for delivery, but these fees are regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) to ensure fair pricing. Here are Texas-New Mexico Power’s current delivery rates:

  • $7.85 per billing cycle
  • 5.7054 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh)

Estimated delivery charges based on kWh usage

Utility charges change twice annually, on March 1 and September 1. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect to pay in TDU changes based on common energy usage tiers.

500 kWh

  • Base charge: $7.85
  • Rate per kWh: 5.7054 cents
  • Total amount on your bill: $36.38

1000 kWh

  • Base charge: $7.85
  • Rate per kWh: 5.7054 cents
  • Total amount on your bill: $64.91

2000 kWh

  • Base charge: $7.85
  • Rate per kWh: 5.7054 cents
  • Total amount on your bill: $121.96

Included in Texas-New Mexico Power’s delivery charges

TDU charges cover a variety of costs required to transport and deliver electricity. Here’s where your money is going:

  • Metering charges: Homes and businesses have meters to measure electricity consumption. TDU charges cover maintaining this equipment and transferring power to meters.
  • Distribution system charges: Your fees also cover the cost of distributing electricity and the required infrastructure.
  • Transmission system charges: Transmission lines carry electricity from power plants to your local grid. TDU charges ensure this equipment runs smoothly and cover any necessary repairs or upgrades.

Texas-New Mexico Power areas served

Texas New-Mexico Power’s service area spans the Gulf Coast, North-Central, and West Texas, including major cities such as Dickinson, League City, and Lewisville. Residents and business owners in TNMP’s territory can shop for electricity plans from Gexa Energy, Frontier Utilities, TXU Energy, and many other top energy companies. Enter your ZIP code or call our experts directly to find the best energy plan in your area.

Texas New-Mexico Power contact information

Contact your utility company if you experience a power outage. Get in contact with Texas-New Mexico Power by calling 888-866-7456 for customer service or to report a power outage. You can also fill out this form to report a loss of power.