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Verbena 13 | 14.1¢ | 13 mo | 29% |
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APG&E Fixed 14 | 16.2¢ | 14 mo | — |
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Your electricity in zip code 76148 is delivered by Oncor Electric Delivery. Since this area is deregulated, you can choose your retail electricity provider while Oncor Electric Delivery maintains the power lines and handles outage restoration.
North Richland Hills (zip code 76148) sits in Tarrant County — home to over 72,600 residents with a median household income of $63,419 — and is served by Oncor Electric Delivery, one of Texas's largest regulated utility networks. Because this area is fully deregulated, residents have genuine power to choose their electricity provider. As of March 2026, that means access to 49 competing retail electric providers (REPs) offering 364 distinct plans, ranging from short-term flexible options to long-term fixed-rate contracts. With an average market rate of 13.0¢/kWh and a best available rate of just 7.9¢/kWh, the spread between a great deal and a mediocre one is significant — making comparison shopping here more valuable than ever.
The electricity market in North Richland Hills 76148 is one of the most dynamic in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The best available rate this month is 7.9¢/kWh, offered through the GridPlus 12 plan from Chariot Energy. The average rate across all 364 available plans sits at 13.0¢/kWh — meaning shoppers who settle for a default or auto-renewed plan could be paying 64% more than the most competitive rate on the market. With 82 green and renewable energy plans among the 364 total options, environmentally conscious consumers also have strong choices without necessarily paying a premium.
Pricing in this area is influenced by wholesale energy costs on the ERCOT grid, seasonal demand (particularly summer cooling loads in North Texas), and the aggressive competition among providers fighting for Tarrant County customers.
Contract length has a meaningful impact on your rate in 76148 right now:
For most North Richland Hills households in March 2026, a short-term or carefully selected 12-month fixed plan appears to offer the best combination of value and stability.
With 49 providers active in this market, competition in 76148 is classified as HIGH — and that works directly in consumers' favor through aggressive pricing and frequent promotional offers. Notable providers currently serving this zip code include Chariot Energy, Reliant Energy, Direct Energy, TXU, Shell Energy, Rhythm Energy, Cirro Energy, 4Change Energy, Frontier Utilities, Good Charlie, Payless Power, and Freepoint Energy, among others. This diversity means you'll find options ranging from large established utilities to nimble independent REPs with competitive introductory rates.
Regardless of which retail provider you choose, your electricity will be physically delivered by Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR). Oncor maintains the poles, wires, and meters throughout the 76148 service area and responds to outages. Their delivery charges are regulated by the state and identical for every customer — your REP cannot change them. To report an outage or delivery issue, contact Oncor directly at 1-888-313-4747 or visit oncor.com.
Switching providers in 76148 is free, requires no service interruption, and takes effect on your next meter read date. You'll need your ESIID (Electric Service Identifier, found on your current bill) to enroll with a new REP.
Rates in 76148 are consistent with neighboring North Richland Hills zip codes — 76180, 76182, 76117, and 76118 — all falling under the same Oncor service territory. Nearby cities like Argyle, Balch Springs, and Archer City share a similar average rate environment of around 9.9¢/kWh at the market level, but local plan availability and competition intensity can vary. The DFW Metroplex's density and high electricity demand make Tarrant County one of the most competitive retail electricity markets in the state, which consistently benefits consumers willing to compare before signing.
Starting at 14.1¢/kWh
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Lock in a fixed-rate electricity plan during March or October — NRH's shoulder seasons when demand is moderate — to avoid the premium pricing that REPs charge when summer heat waves or winter cold fronts create sudden spikes in grid-wide demand across the Oncor territory.
Schedule a free home energy audit through the city or your REP before summer arrives. NRH's large stock of 1970s–1990s-era homes often has attic insulation below current standards, and upgrading to R-38 or higher can reduce cooling costs by 15–20% during triple-digit July heat.
Take advantage of Oncor's smart meter data portal to track hourly usage. If your household can shift major appliance loads — dishwashers, washing machines, EV charging — to after 9 p.m., time-of-use plans available in NRH can deliver meaningful monthly savings during summer peak season.
NRH residents with south- or west-facing windows should consider solar screens or reflective window film before summer. These low-cost upgrades reduce solar heat gain significantly and can lower the cooling burden on your HVAC system during afternoons when NRH temperatures frequently exceed 95°F.
After Winter Storm Uri in February 2021, many North Texas REPs began offering bill protection riders and critical care designations. If anyone in your NRH household has a medical necessity for electricity, register with Oncor and ask your REP about critical care rate protections before winter arrives.
As of March 2026, the most competitive rate in 76148 is 7.9¢/kWh, offered through the GridPlus 12 plan from Chariot Energy. With 364 plans available, comparing options before enrolling can save you significantly over the average market rate of 13.0¢/kWh.
There are currently 49 retail electric providers (REPs) competing in the 76148 area, offering 364 plans total. This high level of competition benefits consumers through aggressive pricing and frequent promotional offers.
Oncor Electric Delivery (ONCOR) manages all physical electricity delivery in 76148 — the poles, wires, and meters. Delivery charges are state-regulated and identical regardless of which retail provider you choose. Reach Oncor at 1-888-313-4747 for outage support.
Yes. Switching providers in North Richland Hills is completely free and causes no service interruption. Your new rate takes effect on your next meter read date. You'll need your ESIID number from your current electricity bill to enroll with a new provider.
In March 2026, short-term plans (1–6 months) average 11.1¢/kWh in 76148 — lower than the 13.7¢/kWh average for long-term contracts. This reflects current wholesale market conditions on ERCOT. Short-term plans suit renters or those wanting flexibility, while long-term plans hedge against future price spikes.
Yes — 82 of the 364 available plans in 76148 are green or renewable energy options. Providers like Chariot Energy, Rhythm Energy, and 4Change Energy offer renewable plans, often at rates competitive with conventional options, making it easy to go green without a significant cost premium.