Utility rates in Richardson vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Richardson
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Richardson heats its homes
45% natural gas · 53% electricity · 2% other fuels
Electric rates in Richardson
Residential rates range from 12.5¢ to 13.5¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Garland - (TX), Denton County Elec Coop, Inc, Fannin County Electric Coop, Farmers Electric Coop, Inc - (TX), Grayson-Collin Elec Coop, Inc, HILCO Electric Cooperative, Inc., Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, Texas-New Mexico Power Co, Trinity Valley Elec Coop Inc.
This is 13% below the national average of 15.0¢/kWh.
Note: Texas has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Richardson
Richardson has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 9 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 69 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Trash & Recycling 2 providers
Internet 17 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Richardson, TX
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: April 2026.