Compare energy rates in texas
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 22 of 52 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
10 cited sources
- texaselectricityratings.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- choosetexaspower.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- poweroutage.us · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- choosetexaspower.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- chooseenergy.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricrates.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- powertochoose.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- texaselectricityratings.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
fixed rate vs variable rate electricity texas COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to evaluate the pros and cons of fixed-term contracts versus variable or indexed plans in Texas. | Comparison | buyers_guide | fixed versus variable rate plans | 4x of 5 | |
average electric bill in texas per month IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a monthly cost benchmark to assess whether a quoted rate is fair. | Short fact | dataset | average electricity rates and bills | 2x of 5 | |
txu energy vs reliant energy rates ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Directly compare plan options, customer ratings, and rates from two of Texas's largest retail electric providers. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 2x of 5 | |
hidden fees in texas electric bills IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to uncover unexpected costs such as TDU charges, minimum usage fees, and tiered rate cliffs. | Reason | web_article | hidden fees and contract terms | 2x of 5 | |
how does deregulated electricity work in texas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn the foundational structure of the ERCOT deregulated energy market and retail competition. | Reason | faq_page | deregulation and switching guides | 2x of 5 | |
texas electricity rates comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find a direct side-by-side breakdown of current electric rates available across Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | fixed versus variable rate plans | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electricity rates texas REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find the lowest available per-kilowatt-hour electricity rates in the state of Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | cheapest electricity companies and rates | 1x of 5 | |
best electricity plans in texas comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a side-by-side view of the most competitive electricity rates and plans across Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
best electricity plans texas comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a side-by-side view of the top-rated electricity plans currently available in Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
best electricity rates texas per kwh REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find the lowest current kilowatt-hour rates available across residential electricity plans in Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electric rates per kwh texas REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to identify the lowest per-kilowatt-hour pricing offered across Texas providers. | Comparison | pricing_page | cheapest electricity companies and rates | 1x of 5 | |
txu vs reliant energy rates comparison COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Evaluate differences in pricing and contract options between two dominant Texas electricity providers. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
texas electric rates per kwh REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user seeks the standard unit metric cost for electric power in Texas. | Comparison | pricing_page | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electric company in texas REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Identify the retail electric provider currently offering the lowest base price per kilowatt-hour. | Comparison | pricing_page | cheapest electricity companies and rates | 1x of 5 | |
power to choose texas rate comparison ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to use the official Public Utility Commission of Texas shopping platform to compare rates. | Comparison | interactive_widget | power to choose official site | 1x of 5 | |
average electric bill for 2000 sq ft house in texas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Estimate monthly residential power expenses based on home size rather than raw unit rates. | Short fact | calculator/tool | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
power to choose texas electricity plans ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Access the official Public Utility Commission of Texas comparison tool to view certified energy plans. | Comparison | pricing_page | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
reliant vs txu energy rates texas ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to directly compare pricing and contract terms between Texas's two largest legacy retail electric providers. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
power to choose texas official site plans ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Access official state-regulated plan comparisons via the Public Utility Commission of Texas portal. | Comparison | interactive_widget | power to choose official site | 1x of 5 | |
txu vs reliant energy rates texas COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare rates, perks, and terms between Texas's two largest legacy retail electric providers. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
power to choose texas official website ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Access the official Public Utility Commission of Texas rate comparison portal. | Other / navigational | calculator/tool | power to choose official site | 1x of 5 | |
powertochoose org official website texas electricity ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for the official Public Utility Commission of Texas shopping marketplace. | Other / navigational | interactive_widget | power to choose official site | 1x of 5 | |
how does deregulated energy work in texas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn the mechanics of Retail Electric Providers versus Transmission and Distribution Utilities. | Reason | web_article | deregulation and switching guides | 1x of 5 | |
fixed rate vs variable rate electricity plans texas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand contract structures to decide between rate predictability and short-term market flexibility. | Comparison | buyers_guide | fixed versus variable rate plans | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electric company for 2 bedroom apartment in texas PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find optimal energy plans calibrated for moderate usage tiers, typically around 500 to 1000 kWh per month. | Comparison | calculator/tool | cheapest electricity companies and rates | 1x of 5 | |
best electricity plan for high usage apartment renter texas PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Locate energy plans optimized for high-consumption apartment dwellers without punishing tier minimums. | Comparison | buyers_guide | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electricity providers in dallas texas ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to locate the lowest-cost retail energy providers operating in the Oncor/Dallas transmission service area. | Comparison | pricing_page | cheapest electricity companies and rates | 1x of 5 | |
how to choose an electric plan in texas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn the step-by-step process of evaluating electricity facts labels (EFL) and choosing a provider. | Comparison | how_to_steps | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
average electricity bill in texas per month IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Benchmark personal usage and expected total monthly expenditure against statewide averages. | Reason | dataset | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
texas electric providers price per kwh REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Review current per-kWh pricing across multiple certified retail electricity providers in Texas. | Comparison | pricing_page | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
average monthly electric bill in texas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the typical monthly expenditure for Texas households to contextualize rate quotes. | Reason | web_article | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
texas electricity companies price comparison REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Survey multiple energy provider offers across Texas to identify the most competitive brand. | Comparison | comparison_table | fixed versus variable rate plans | 1x of 5 | |
how to switch electric companies in texas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants practical instructions on the process of changing to a new provider after finding a better rate. | Instruction | how_to_steps | deregulation and switching guides | 1x of 5 | |
hidden fees in texas electric contracts IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Discover non-commodity charges, base fees, and minimum usage penalties that inflate per-kWh prices. | Reason | faq_page | hidden fees and contract terms | 1x of 5 | |
texas electricity market deregulation explained RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to learn how retail electric providers and utility delivery companies operate under deregulation. | Reason | faq_page | deregulation and switching guides | 1x of 5 | |
green energy vs traditional power plans texas cost COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Assess the price differential between 100% renewable electricity plans and standard grid mixes. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
avoid hidden fees texas electricity plans tiered rates IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to identify complex billing structures like tiered charges and bill credits that cause bill shock. | Comparison | checklist | hidden fees and contract terms | 1x of 5 | |
best electricity plans for 2000 sq ft home in texas PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find rate plans optimized for standard medium-to-large residential consumption tiers around 2000 kWh per month. | Comparison | buyers_guide | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
best green energy plans texas residential PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Filter and select 100% renewable or solar/wind backed energy plans in Texas. | Comparison | review_roundup | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
hidden fees in texas electricity contracts IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Identify base charges, minimum usage penalties, and extra costs hidden in energy fact labels. | Reason | checklist | hidden fees and contract terms | 1x of 5 | |
calculate electric bill based on usage texas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to forecast their actual electricity bill based on historical kWh usage buckets (500, 1000, 2000 kWh). | Consequence | calculator/tool | deregulation and switching guides | 1x of 5 | |
best electric plan for high usage texas home PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to find energy plans optimized for large households consuming 2000 kWh or more per month. | Comparison | buyers_guide | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
texas green energy plans 100 percent renewable rates RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Compare clean energy electricity plans powered fully by wind or solar in Texas. | Comparison | comparison_table | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
gexa energy vs frontier utilities rates texas ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Evaluate discount retail electric providers known for aggressive bill-credit pricing tiers. | Comparison | review_roundup | provider comparisons and green energy | 1x of 5 | |
centerpoint tdu delivery charges per kwh ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find regulated transmission and distribution utility fees added to monthly retail rates. | Short fact | pricing_page | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
best electric plan for high usage home texas PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants plans specifically tailored for large square-footage homes or high summer air conditioning demand. | Comparison | review_roundup | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
top rated electricity providers in texas reviews REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to assess customer satisfaction and billing reliability alongside pure rate comparisons. | Reason | review_roundup | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
texas electricity rates per kwh by provider COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | View an itemized breakdown of current per-kWh pricing across multiple competing Texas retail providers. | Comparison | comparison_table | average electricity rates and bills | 1x of 5 | |
best solar buyback electricity plans texas PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find net-metering and solar buyback rates for homeowners with rooftop solar systems in Texas. | Comparison | buyers_guide | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 | |
best green energy electricity plans texas 100 percent renewable PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user seeks Texas electricity plans that source 100% of their power from renewable wind or solar generation. | Comparison | buyers_guide | best electricity plans and providers | 1x of 5 |
Tokens & cost
What this run used on your API keys, per model and step.
| Model | What | Requests | Input tokens | Output tokens | Web searches | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.8-flash | Real-search passes | 1 | 111 | 2,302770 thinking | 2 | $0.037 |
| gemini-3.8-flash | Simulated passes | 5 | 2,015 | 11,9485,203 thinking | — | $0.046 |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | Naming clusters | 1 | 516 | 238 | — | $0.0008 |
| Total | 7 | 2,642 | 14,488 | 2 | $0.084 | |
Billed to your own API keys. Estimated from the providers' list prices (checked 2026-10-11); output includes thinking tokens. Free tiers, caching and retries can make your bill differ. Google gives 5,000 grounded searches a month free across Gemini 3+ models.
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.8-flash · real search | 1 | — | 2 | 23.7 | 111 / 2,302 · 2 searches | |
| gemini-3.8-flash | 1 | 11 | 11 | 20.7 | 403 / 2,382 | |
| gemini-3.8-flash | 2 | 12 | 12 | 22.1 | 403 / 2,583 | |
| gemini-3.8-flash | 3 | 11 | 11 | 17.8 | 403 / 2,165 | |
| gemini-3.8-flash | 4 | 11 | 11 | 18.8 | 403 / 2,224 | |
| gemini-3.8-flash | 5 | 12 | 12 | 21.1 | 403 / 2,594 |