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Your electricity in zip code 77356 is delivered by MidSouth Electric Cooperative. This area is primarily served by the regulated utility MidSouth Electric Cooperative. However, some addresses near the service territory border may be in the CenterPoint Energy territory and can choose their electricity provider. Enter your address above to check.
Montgomery, Texas (zip code 77356) is a small community of approximately 1,948 residents nestled in Montgomery County — one of the fastest-growing counties in the entire state. Unlike many Texas cities that participate in the deregulated electricity market, 77356 is served exclusively by MidSouth Electric Cooperative (MSEC), a member-owned utility operating in the East zone. As a regulated cooperative territory, residents here cannot shop among competing retail electricity providers. Instead, MSEC sets and manages electricity rates directly. As of March 2026, the average rate in this area is approximately 11.8¢/kWh — a figure that reflects both the cooperative's generation costs and the regulated delivery infrastructure that powers homes and businesses throughout the region.
In March 2026, Montgomery 77356 residents are looking at an average electricity rate of 11.8¢/kWh through MidSouth Electric Cooperative. Because MSEC is a regulated cooperative — not a competitive retail market — this rate is set by the cooperative's board and reflects actual costs of power generation, transmission, and distribution. There is no rate shopping available, and no third-party retail providers compete for your business in this zip code. That said, 11.8¢/kWh is a reasonable rate by Texas standards, particularly when compared to urban deregulated markets where retail margins and contract structures can push effective rates higher.
Because 77356 is a regulated cooperative territory, traditional contract-length comparisons — short-term vs. medium-term vs. long-term plans — do not apply here. MSEC sets a standard rate structure for all member-customers. There are no fixed-rate or variable-rate retail plans to choose between. Instead, your best strategy is to focus on usage reduction and load management. MSEC may offer time-of-use programs or energy efficiency incentives — contact them directly at (936) 825-5100 or visit midsouthelectric.com to ask about available programs.
There is no retail provider competition in zip code 77356. MidSouth Electric Cooperative is the sole electricity provider for this area. Unlike deregulated Texas zip codes — where dozens of providers like Reliant, TXU Energy, Gexa Energy, Green Mountain Energy, or Pulse Power compete for customers — MSEC members receive service under a unified cooperative rate structure. This can actually be an advantage: cooperative utilities are non-profit entities owned by their members, meaning profits are returned as capital credits rather than flowing to shareholders.
MidSouth Electric Cooperative (MSEC) handles all aspects of electricity service in 77356 — from the poles and wires to billing and rate-setting. Because this is a regulated territory, there is no separate TDSP (Transmission and Distribution Service Provider) charge to parse out from a retail provider's bill. Everything is bundled through MSEC. To manage your account, report outages, or inquire about efficiency programs, contact MSEC at (936) 825-5100 or visit midsouthelectric.com.
The neighboring zip code 77316 (also in Montgomery) shares similar utility territory characteristics. Montgomery County's rapid population growth is putting upward pressure on regional electricity infrastructure, which can influence future cooperative rate adjustments. Spring months like March typically offer moderate electricity demand before the intense summer cooling season drives usage — and bills — significantly higher. Montgomery residents should use March as an opportunity to schedule energy audits, seal air leaks, and service HVAC systems before peak summer demand arrives.
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Program your thermostat to raise temperatures a few degrees when you're away — in Montgomery's intense summer heat, this simple step can meaningfully reduce your monthly cooperative bill.
Ensure your attic insulation meets modern standards; Montgomery's high humidity and summer heat accelerate heat transfer into homes, and proper insulation is one of the highest-ROI upgrades available.
Take advantage of MidSouth Electric Cooperative's energy efficiency programs or rebates if offered — cooperative utilities often provide members with incentives for upgrading to energy-efficient appliances and HVAC systems.
Zip code 77356 falls within MidSouth Electric Cooperative's regulated service territory. Texas deregulation only applies to areas served by investor-owned utilities like Oncor or CenterPoint — not member-owned cooperatives like MSEC.
The average electricity rate in Montgomery 77356 is approximately 11.8¢/kWh as of March 2026, set by MidSouth Electric Cooperative. This rate covers generation, transmission, and delivery — all bundled through MSEC.
Focus on energy efficiency: upgrade insulation, use a programmable thermostat, service your HVAC before summer, and ask MSEC about any time-of-use or demand-response programs. Reducing consumption is your most effective cost-control lever.
Contact MidSouth Electric Cooperative directly at (936) 825-5100 or visit midsouthelectric.com. As the sole utility for this area, MSEC handles all service requests, billing, and outage reporting for 77356 customers.
Yes, 11.8¢/kWh is reasonable by Texas standards. Many deregulated markets see effective rates between 11¢ and 16¢/kWh depending on contract type and provider. MSEC's cooperative, non-profit structure helps keep rates relatively stable.
MSEC may offer energy efficiency rebates or green energy options for members. Contact them at (936) 825-5100 or check midsouthelectric.com for current program availability, as offerings can change seasonally or with cooperative board decisions.