Conroe Electricity Rates, Explained
Just want the cheapest plan? This guide explains how Conroe electricity rates actually work. To rank today’s live plans by your real usage, use the Conroe rate comparison tool →
Last updated: October 18, 2026 · 7 min read
Conroe is the county seat of Montgomery County and the commercial hub for the north Houston corridor between the Sam Houston National Forest and The Woodlands. Once primarily a blue-collar timber and oil town, Conroe has absorbed significant residential growth as Houston's suburban boundary expanded northward along I-45. Its housing stock now spans affordable older homes in the city center, mid-range subdivisions from the 2000s–2010s, and larger lakefront properties near Lake Conroe — all within CenterPoint Energy's deregulated service territory.
The short answer
Conroe ZIP codes 77301–77304 are CenterPoint Energy territory — fully deregulated. Fixed-rate plans as of May 2026 advertise 9.5–13.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Usage ranges considerably by home size and type — smaller city-center homes may use 900–1,200 kWh in summer, while larger Lake Conroe area properties can exceed 2,000 kWh. Enter your ZIP and bedroom count for the true interpolated cost at your usage level.
CenterPoint Energy in Conroe
CenterPoint Energy serves Conroe and all of Montgomery County as the regulated TDU. CenterPoint's TDSP charges — a fixed customer charge and a per-kWh distribution fee — appear on every Conroe electricity bill regardless of which REP the customer uses. At 1,000 kWh, these charges typically add $13–$18. At 1,500 kWh in summer, they rise to $18–$25.
Conroe sits on the edge of CenterPoint's service territory as it extends into Montgomery County. The city itself and its immediate suburbs are well within the deregulated market, but some rural Montgomery County addresses on the outer fringe may be served by a rural electric cooperative (such as Sam Houston Electric Cooperative) that does not participate in retail competition.
Conroe's Housing Range — City to Lake
| ZIP | Area | Typical Housing | Summer Usage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77301 | Downtown Conroe, older residential | 1950s–1980s, 1,000–1,600 sq ft | 900–1,300 kWh |
| 77302 | East Conroe | Mix of older and 2000s homes | 1,000–1,500 kWh |
| 77303 | North Conroe | Newer subdivisions, 1,800–2,800 sq ft | 1,200–1,700 kWh |
| 77304 | West Conroe / Lake Conroe area | Mix of subdivision and lakefront homes | 1,200–2,200 kWh |
A Texas example
Robert and his wife own a 2,100 sq ft home near Lake Conroe (77304). August usage: 1,850 kWh. Their plan was advertised at 10.8¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. They expected a bill around $108 for energy. Actual August bill: $226.54. At 1,850 kWh, the plan's interpolated rate was 10.42¢/kWh, producing an energy charge of $192.77. CenterPoint TDSP added $24, taxes added $11, and a $9.95 monthly base charge completed the bill. The advertised rate described a usage level 46% lower than their August reality.
Affordability in Conroe — How to Find the Lowest Rate
Conroe's housing market has historically attracted buyers looking for more affordable options than The Woodlands or northwest Houston. That price-consciousness extends to electricity — many Conroe residents are actively looking for the lowest-cost plan rather than a premium green or specialty plan. For these households, a transparent fixed-rate plan with no bill-credit gimmicks and a genuinely low per-kWh rate at 1,000–1,500 kWh is typically the best fit.
The search tool ranks all plans by their true estimated cost at your usage level — not by the advertised 1,000 kWh rate. For Conroe households using 900–1,400 kWh in summer, the ranking reflects which plans are actually cheapest across the realistic usage range. Plans with bill credits that appear cheapest at exactly 1,000 kWh often move up the cost ranking once the credit structure is evaluated at real usage.
The math
Conroe home, August, 1,300 kWh. Plan A: 10.0¢ at 1,000 kWh, 9.4¢ at 2,000 kWh — interpolated rate at 1,300 kWh: 9.82¢, energy charge $127.66. Plan B with a $50 bill credit at 1,000 kWh: effective rate = (1,000 kWh × 10.5¢ - $50.00 credit) / 1,000 = 5.5¢ at 1,000 kWh exactly, but at 1,300 kWh, the credit has already been used and the base rate of 10.5¢ applies to all 1,300 kWh. Energy charge: $136.50. Plan A saves $8.84 in that month — yet Plan B appeared much cheaper in the listing at 1,000 kWh. This is how bill-credit plans mislead at non-benchmark usage levels.
Watch out
Some rural addresses in the greater Conroe area — particularly north of Loop 336 and west toward Montgomery — may fall outside CenterPoint's service territory and within Sam Houston Electric Cooperative's area. Co-op customers pay a fixed rate set by the co-op board and cannot shop for competitive plans. If your address returns no results on Power to Choose, you are likely in co-op territory. Call Sam Houston Electric Cooperative to confirm your rate and any available efficiency programs.
Smart move
Conroe's rapid development has extended CenterPoint's distribution network into areas that were rural a decade ago. If you have recently moved into a newer subdivision west or north of the Conroe city core, confirm your TDU before shopping. Enter your ZIP on the search tool — if plans appear, CenterPoint serves your address and you have full access to the competitive market.
Key Takeaways
Conroe ZIP codes 77301–77304 are CenterPoint territory — TDU charges are fixed. Usage varies considerably across the city, from smaller older homes in the center to larger Lake Conroe properties. Rural addresses on the periphery may be in Sam Houston Electric Co-op territory and outside the competitive market. For addresses within CenterPoint's reach, comparing plans at your actual usage level — not 1,000 kWh — is the path to the genuinely lowest cost.
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Compare Conroe Plans →Frequently Asked Questions
What are typical electricity rates in Conroe, Texas?
As of May 2026, fixed-rate plans in Conroe (CenterPoint Energy territory) typically advertise 9.5–13.5 cents per kWh at 1,000 kWh. Conroe's housing stock spans from affordable older homes in the city center to larger lakefront and master-planned community homes in the Lake Conroe area. Summer usage ranges from 1,000 kWh (smaller homes) to 2,000+ kWh (larger properties). Search by ZIP for the true interpolated cost.
Who is the TDU for Conroe electricity?
CenterPoint Energy is the transmission and distribution utility for Conroe in Montgomery County. CenterPoint delivers electricity, owns the infrastructure, and handles outage restoration. You choose your retail electric provider (REP) separately for pricing and billing.
What ZIP codes cover Conroe for electricity?
Conroe's primary residential ZIP codes are 77301, 77302, 77303, and 77304. ZIP 77301 and 77302 cover central and east Conroe. ZIP 77303 covers north and parts of east Conroe. ZIP 77304 covers west Conroe and areas toward Lake Conroe. All are within CenterPoint's service area.
Is Conroe electricity cheaper than The Woodlands?
Both Conroe and The Woodlands are in CenterPoint Energy territory with identical TDU delivery charges. Most major REPs file the same plans across both cities. The difference in electricity costs between Conroe and The Woodlands is almost entirely driven by home size — Woodlands homes trend larger and therefore use more electricity, not because rates differ.
Are Lake Conroe lakefront homes more expensive to power?
Lakefront homes near Lake Conroe often have larger square footage, boat houses, dock lighting, pump systems, and outdoor entertainment areas that add to electricity consumption. The per-kWh rate is the same as for any other CenterPoint address, but total consumption — and therefore the total bill — tends to be higher for larger lakefront properties than for comparably sized inland homes.
Can Conroe residents switch electricity providers?
Yes. All Conroe ZIP codes are within the deregulated ERCOT market. You can switch retail electric providers at any time with a 1–3 business day window and no service interruption. If you are on a fixed-rate contract, check your early termination fee before switching.
Your Next Move
Enter your Conroe ZIP in the search tool for live plan comparisons. For the Montgomery County CenterPoint market context, the The Woodlands electricity rates guide covers the large-home segment of the same service area. The Spring electricity rates guide covers the south Montgomery / north Harris County corridor. The True Cost Calculator lets you model any plan at your actual monthly usage profile.
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