NOAA Climate Analysis for 77008: HVAC Energy Demand
In 77008 (Houston Heights), summer cooling increases your kWh electric bill by 65% compared to the winter heating baseline.
Homes in this postal zone record an average of 3,380 Cooling Degree Days annually. High HVAC seasonal efficiency (SEER2 16+) and window tinting directly protect against top-tier summer rate charges.
Cooling Degree Days (CDD): 3,380
Reflects air conditioning runtime. Critical for managing peak electric bills.
Heating Degree Days (HDD): 1,320
Reflects winter furnace and heat pump energy consumption.
ZIP 77008 Transmission Boundary & Grid Station
ZIP 77008 (Houston, US) Geographic Grid
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29.8340° N, 95.4342° W
Serving Grid: CenterPoint Energy (REP Choice)
Postal District: Houston Heights • County: Harris County
Assigned Utility Providers for ZIP 77008
Power Utility:
CenterPoint Energy (REP Choice)
Water Authority:
Houston Public Works - Water
Natural Gas:
CenterPoint Energy Gas