How do Austin Energy Residential Low Income tiered rates work?
Residential Low Income from Austin Energy is a tiered plan: the price per kWh steps up as monthly usage rises. The first tier is about $0.07/kWh; usage above the baseline allowance is billed at higher tiers.
Highest rate
7¢/kWh
Lowest rate
7¢/kWh
Usage tiers
| Tier | Up to | $/kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 500 kWh | $0.07 |
| Tier 2 | 1000 kWh | $0.10 |
| Tier 3 | 1500 kWh | $0.11 |
| Tier 4 | 2500 kWh | $0.13 |
| Tier 5 | no limit | $0.14 |
Frequently asked questions
How do Austin Energy Residential Low Income tiered rates work? +
Residential Low Income from Austin Energy is a tiered plan: the price per kWh steps up as monthly usage rises. The first tier is about $0.07/kWh; usage above the baseline allowance is billed at higher tiers.
Who offers Residential Low Income? +
Residential Low Income is a residential electricity plan from Austin Energy (Austin Energy).
About this data
Compiled by Optiwatt from the OpenEI U.S. Utility Rate Database (59fcb7c65457a35879c05083). Representative — verify exact prices on your Austin Energy bill or tariff sheet.
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Data last updated June 18, 2026. Compiled by Energy Advisor from published utility tariffs.