ELECTRICITY · 77005
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CenterPoint delivers power and handles outages (Houston load zone). Compare retail plans for homes and businesses in this ZIP.
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Find your good energy in 77005: compare electricity plans
Compare live plans from local providers, plus water, trash and gas contacts for West University Place, University Place, and Greenway / Upper Kirby Area.
Electricity Rates in 77005
Compare 86 plans from 8 providers, starting at 7.3¢ per kWh. CenterPoint delivers the power.
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Rates updated . Prices come live from the WattKarma plan feed and include TDU delivery charges at each usage level; your bill depends on your usage.
UTILITIES · 77005
Electricity & city services
Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
Natural gas & internet
Gas: CenterPoint Energy (natural gas distribut… — start 713-659-2111. Leak line 888-876-5786. Internet: AT&T Fiber, Xfinity (Comcast), Spectrum.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
CenterPoint Energy Houston Electric (CNP)
713-207-2222Outage Tracker ↗GAS LEAK
CenterPoint Energy (natural gas distribution — Houston area)
888-876-5786More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
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Common questions
Who is my electric utility in ZIP 77005?
You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for your plan and bill. The rate table at the top of this page shows today's lowest 77005 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh, and you can switch through WattKarma (PUCT broker #BR220202) at no cost.
Who do I call when the power goes out in 77005?
Call CenterPoint Energy at 713-207-2222 or 800-332-7143, or report/track outages via CenterPoint’s Outage Tracker (centerpointenergy.com/OutageTracker). Your REP does not restore wires or poles. For a downed power line, stay far away and call 911 and CenterPoint.
How do I compare electricity plans for 77005?
Start with the rate table at the top of this page. It lists the lowest available 77005 plans at 500, 1,000 and 2,000 kWh with the date they were last updated. Open any plan to see its Electricity Facts Label (EFL), then enroll online with WattKarma. Running a business? See business electricity rates for 77005 below or request a custom quote.
Who provides natural gas in 77005, and what if I smell gas?
CenterPoint Energy distributes natural gas across typical 77005 addresses. Start service via CenterPoint My Account / new-customer flow or 713-659-2111 / 800-752-8036. If you suspect a leak: leave immediately, avoid creating sparks, then call 911 and CenterPoint’s leak hotline at 713-659-2111 or 888-876-5786 from a safe place.
Is electricity regulated or competitive in 77005?
Delivery (wires, outages, delivery charges) is regulated through CenterPoint as TDU. The energy supply is competitive—you choose among licensed REPs. Always compare the Electricity Facts Label at your expected kWh usage.
Which internet providers serve 77005?
Use each provider’s availability checker with your full street address before ordering.
What utilities should I set up when moving into 77005?
Typical move-in order: (1) choose a REP for electricity (CenterPoint stays TDU), (2) start water with the correct provider for your address, (3) start CenterPoint gas if applicable, (4) arrange trash (city/village/private), (5) order internet by address, (6) call 811 before digging.
