Average Utility Costs in Plano, TX

Estimated monthly utility costs (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal)

Average monthly utility costs in Plano, TX are about $252.73, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water, plus sewer and trash fees. See the full breakdown and sources below.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$252.73

Estimated average monthly utilities in Plano are ~$252.73 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$51.40/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-10-18
  • Electric $120.23 (48%)
  • Water $51.40 (20%)
  • Sewer $55.50 (22%)
  • Trash $25.60 (10%)

Utilities here are about 10% higher than the Texas city average, driven mainly by sewer.

  • In Texas, cooling demand often makes electric the largest share of the bill.
  • City-provided trash is billed at a monthly fee ($25.60 in our estimate).

How rates in Plano have changed

When a published residential tariff no longer matches what we had on file, we keep the previous figure and record the date. Comparisons below use the same assumed usage as the estimate on this page. A percentage is shown only when both figures are confirmed charges of the same kind. How we compare past rates.

  • Water is up 15.0%, from $44.70 to $51.40 at 5,000 gal.

    The previous tariff was last verified July 14, 2026. We recorded this change on October 18, 2026.

    Plano residential water changed October 1, 2026. The minimum charge, which includes the first 1,000 gallons, rose from $30.90 to $33.40. The 1,001 to 5,000 gallon tier rose by $1.05 per 1,000 gallons, from $3.45 to $4.50.

    City of Plano rate notice via WFAA – residential water effective October 1, 2026

Electric

TDU + supply
Provider
Oncor Electric Delivery
Base charge
$4.23/mo
Energy rate
$0.1160/kWh
Assumed usage
1000 kWh
Estimated monthly
$120.23
choosetexaspower.org· verified 2026-10-18

This estimated monthly total is delivery plus a representative retail supply benchmark at 1,000 kWh. It is not the delivery charge by itself, and it is not a plan you can enroll in.

Plano electric: competitive (deregulated) market

Plano is in Texas's deregulated electric market. Oncor Electric Delivery is your transmission and distribution utility (TDU)—they deliver power and charge a regulated delivery fee ($4.23/mo + 5.5833¢/kWh). You choose a Retail Electric Provider (REP) for supply; REP rates and plans vary.

Our estimated electric total above uses TDU delivery + average marketplace supply (~11.6¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh (same DFW area as Dallas)). We do not update daily—rates change frequently. Actual bills depend on the plan you pick; current REP offers range from about 8.3¢ to 18¢/kWh (supply only).

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Water

Confirmed
Provider
City of Plano Water Utilities
Base charge
$33.40/mo
Volumetric rate
$3.60/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Estimated monthly
$51.40
wfaa.com· verified 2026-10-18

Sewer

Confirmed
Method
tiered
Estimated monthly
$55.50

Tiered structure simplified to a representative monthly estimate at assumed usage.

plano.novusagenda.com· verified 2026-10-18

Trash

Confirmed
Monthly fee
$25.60

95-gallon cart (standard trash + recycling): $25.60/mo. 68-gallon cart $18.32. Extra 95-gallon cart $21.33. Weekly collection.

plano.novusagenda.com· verified 2026-10-18

Check Internet pricing & availability in Plano

Internet service varies widely—many providers, different plans, introductory offers, and bundles make it hard to compare apples to apples. That's why we don't estimate internet on this page like we do for electric, water, sewer, and trash. Use our tool to compare providers for your address or ZIP code.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$252.73

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 48% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $11.60.
  • Water increases by about $3.60 per additional 1,000 gallons.

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Assumptions

  • Electric: 1000 kWh/month
  • Water: 5,000 gallons/month

What these labels mean

  • Confirmed — From this area's rate schedule.
  • Benchmark — From an official typical (e.g. state commission 1,000 kWh); not city-specific.
  • TDU + supply — Estimated total at 1,000 kWh: regulated delivery plus a representative supply benchmark. Not delivery charges alone, and not a plan you can enroll in.
  • Estimated — From other or incomplete sources; use as a rough guide.
Sources

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Nearby Cities Utility Costs

Other cities in Collin County. Click a city for full breakdowns.

CityEst. total/mo
Plano (this)$252.73
Frisco$253.05
McKinney$253.49
Allen$244.55
Wylie$250.31

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FAQ

In Plano, electric is deregulated: you choose a retail electric provider (REP) for supply, while the transmission and distribution utility (TDU) delivers power. Our estimate uses regulated delivery charges plus a typical supply rate so you can compare total utility costs. Your actual supply rate depends on the plan you choose.
In Plano, sewer is billed in tiers based on usage, so the rate per gallon changes with volume. Our estimate uses the rate structure from City of Plano – Water & Sewer Rate Ordinance 2025-9-15 (effective Oct 1, 2025) at the assumed 5,000 gallons per month. Your bill will vary with actual usage.
We use base charges and per-unit rates from official provider pages. Electric = base + (rate × assumed kWh). Water = base + (rate per 1,000 gal × assumed gallons / 1,000). Sewer is either a flat fee or a percentage of water. Trash is a fixed monthly fee. See the Methodology page for full formulas.
Actual bills depend on your usage, seasonal rates, taxes, fees, and provider-specific rules. Our estimates use fixed assumed usage (e.g., 1,000 kWh, 5,000 gal) for comparison. Your home may use more or less.
Each component shows a 'last verified' date. We aim to update from official sources periodically; always confirm current rates on the provider's site before making decisions.

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For tips on understanding your bill, comparing cities, and how electric and utility rates work by state, see our blog. Compare Plano with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.