Houston Residents Brace For Higher Electricity Bills This Winter

CenterPoint Energy has increased its electricity rate by nearly 1.5 cents per kilowatt-hour, resulting in an average bill increase of $13.50 for residential customers using 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity. The new rate adjustment, effective September 1, raises the charge for power transmission and delivery from 4.4393 to 5.7889 cents per kWh. This increase comes ahead of the winter months and is expected to decrease next March. Houston-area residents can anticipate higher charges on their upcoming electricity bills due to this semiannual adjustment.

Here's what to expect the next time you open your power bill: https://t.co/zW4iffMcyZ pic.twitter.com/zcOQKa97i9

— KHOU 11 News Houston (@KHOU) August 30, 2025