When comparing Texas' electrical consumption by sector, it becomes evident that the industrial sector leads, accounting for 57.5% of the total usage. This reflects the energy-intensive nature of industries such as petrochemicals, manufacturing, oil refining, and natural gas production.

Texas energy demand highlights how economic development can drive energy consumption independently of population growth




Rest of the U.S. average
1.5%

Florida

4.5% U.S. share


Despite California having a larger population, Texas consumed 51.4% more energy than California













California

7.5% U.S. share

7,359 trillion BTU

Population 39.0 mil

Texas

15% U.S. share

14,364 trillion BTU

Population 30.5 mil