What is the average electricity rate in Fort Worth, Texas?

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Worth is approximately 13.25¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $177 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fort Worth?

Natural gas customers in Fort Worth pay an average of $50 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fort Worth, Texas?

Electricity in Fort Worth is distributed by Oncor (wires) and Multiple retail providers via ERCOT. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Fort Worth?

Fort Worth natural gas service is provided by Atmos Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Fort Worth electricity rates compare to Texas averages?

Fort Worth's electricity rate of 13.25¢/kWh is below the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Fort Worth?

To start electric service in Fort Worth, contact Oncor (wires) and Multiple retail providers via ERCOT. For gas service, contact Atmos Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Fort Worth, Texas Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Fort Worth, Texas

Fort Worth shares Oncor's distribution network with Dallas. Retail electricity competition through ERCOT gives residents significant savings potential. Atmos Energy serves natural gas throughout the area.

Compared to the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh/kWh, Fort Worth's electricity rate of 13.25¢/kWh is 3.19¢ below the Texas average. As Texas is a deregulated market, Fort Worth residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Fort Worth

Oncor (wires)
Multiple retail providers via ERCOT

Natural Gas Utility in Fort Worth

Atmos Energy

Fort Worth vs Texas Energy Rates

Metric	Fort Worth	Texas Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.25¢	16.44¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.96	$1.76	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$177	$163	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$50	$52	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fort Worth Residents

As a Texas city, Fort Worth residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ LITE-UP Texas
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program
✅ AMP (Average Monthly Payment)
✅ PUCT Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Fort Worth Residents

✓ Install a variable-speed HVAC system — it runs longer at lower capacity, reducing humidity and energy use.
✓ Check your attic insulation — the South's summer heat demands R-38 to R-60 in attics.
✓ Use a whole-house fan in the evenings to flush out hot air when outdoor temps drop.
✓ Shade your AC unit with a pergola or shrubs — shaded units run 10% more efficiently.
✓ Switch to a tankless water heater — it saves energy by heating only on demand.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Fort Worth, Texas

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Worth is approximately 13.25¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $177 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fort Worth pay an average of $50 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fort Worth is distributed by Oncor (wires) and Multiple retail providers via ERCOT. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Fort Worth natural gas service is provided by Atmos Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Fort Worth's electricity rate of 13.25¢/kWh is below the Texas state average of 16.44¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Fort Worth, contact Oncor (wires) and Multiple retail providers via ERCOT. For gas service, contact Atmos Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.