How much is the average electric bill in Pennsylvania?

The average residential electric bill in Pennsylvania is about $171 per month, reflecting average monthly usage of 785 kWh at a residential rate of 21.73¢ per kWh.

Is electricity expensive in Pennsylvania?

At 21.73¢ per kWh, Pennsylvania's residential electricity rate is 18.5% higher than the U.S. average of 18.34¢ per kWh. That makes it the 37th-cheapest of 51 states and DC ranked by residential price.

Can I choose my electricity provider in Pennsylvania?

Yes. Pennsylvania has a deregulated electricity market, so you can choose your electricity supplier from competing providers. Your local utility still delivers the power and handles outages — only the company you buy your electricity from changes.

Electricity Rates in Pennsylvania (June 2026)

The average residential rate is 21.73¢/kWh — that's about $171/month for a typical household.

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration. Data as of June 2026.

#37

out of 51 states (1 = cheapest)

$171/mo

based on 785 kWh average monthly usage

18.5%above

the national average of 18.34¢/kWh

10.4%up

over the past 12 months

Rates by Sector

Sector	Rate (¢/kWh)	vs National	Avg Monthly Usage	Avg Monthly Bill	vs National
Residential	21.73¢/kWh	+18.5%	785 kWh	$171	+18.5%
Commercial	13.33¢/kWh	-6.1%	4,584 kWh	$611	-6.1%
Industrial	10.10¢/kWh	+10.1%	377,447 kWh	$38,105	+10.1%
National Avg — Residential	18.34¢/kWh	—	930 kWh	$171	—
National Avg — Commercial	14.19¢/kWh	—	6,854 kWh	$972	—
National Avg — Industrial	9.17¢/kWh	—	79,069 kWh	$7,248	—

Electricity Providers in Pennsylvania

	Type	Service				Service Area
PPL Electric Utilities Corp	IOU	Delivery	6.14¢/kWh	$63	498,110	Berks, Bradford, Bucks, Carbon, Centre, Chester, Clinton, Columbia, Cumberland, Dauphin, Juniata, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lehigh, Luzerne, Lycoming, Mifflin, Monroe, Montgomery, Montour, Northampton, Northumberland, Perry, Pike, Schuylkill, Snyder, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Union, Wayne, Wyoming, York+30 moreless
FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co	IOU	Delivery	7.16¢/kWh	$62	338,558	Adams, Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Bedford, Berks, Blair, Bradford, Bucks, Butler, Cambria, Cameron, Centre, Chester, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Cumberland, Dauphin, Elk, Erie, Fayette, Forest, Franklin, Fulton, Greene, Huntingdon, Indiana, Jefferson, Juniata, Lancaster, Lawrence, Lebanon, Lehigh, Lycoming, McKean, Mercer, Mifflin, Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton, Perry, Pike, Potter, Somerset, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Venango, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Westmoreland, Wyoming, York+52 moreless
PECO Energy Co	IOU	Delivery	9.58¢/kWh	$72	330,805	Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Philadelphia, York+3 moreless
Reliant Energy Northeast LLC	Retail Marketer	Energy	13.23¢/kWh	$107	142,526	—
Duquesne Light Co	IOU	Delivery	11.29¢/kWh	$71	116,234	Allegheny, Beaver, Westmoreland
Energy Harbor Corp.	Retail Marketer	Energy	10.81¢/kWh	$106	105,658	—
Inspire Energy Holdings, LLC	Retail Marketer	Energy	12.71¢/kWh	$111	89,889	—
AEP Energy	Retail Marketer	Energy	9.29¢/kWh	$97	89,725	—
Direct Energy Services	Retail Marketer	Energy	10.08¢/kWh	$96	77,715	—
CleanChoice Energy, Inc.	Retail Marketer	Energy	11.36¢/kWh	$85	70,723	—

Utility data from EIA Form 861, 2024

How Deregulated Electricity Works in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania deregulated its electricity market in 1996. The system operates with three components: power companies generate electricity (generation), utilities maintain high-voltage lines (transmission), and your local utility (PPL Electric Utilities Corp, FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co, PECO Energy Co, Duquesne Light Co, Pike County Light & Power Co, UGI Utilities, Inc, Citizens Electric Co - (PA), Wellsborough Electric Co) delivers electricity to your home (distribution).

You can choose your electricity supplier from 94 competing providers. If you don't select a supplier, you automatically receive default service through your utility at a regulated rate.

How to Switch Electricity Companies in Pennsylvania

1Review your current contract terms and check for early termination fees
2Compare available rates from 94 suppliers serving your area
3Choose a plan and sign a Letter of Authorization
4Your new supplier handles the transfer with your utility (PPL Electric Utilities Corp, FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co, PECO Energy Co, Duquesne Light Co, Pike County Light & Power Co, UGI Utilities, Inc, Citizens Electric Co - (PA), Wellsborough Electric Co) — your service is not interrupted
5Your new rate takes effect in the next billing cycle

When is the Best Time to Switch Energy Providers in Pennsylvania

The best times to switch providers in Pennsylvania typically include:

Before peak seasons (summer) when you can lock in lower rates
When your current contract is nearing expiration
During off-peak months when providers offer competitive promotions
After comparing rates during market downturns

Types of Electricity Plans in Pennsylvania

Fixed-rate plans

Consistent rates throughout your contract term, making budgeting easier. Early termination fees may apply.

Green energy plans

Power your home with 100% renewable sources while supporting clean energy goals.

Time-of-use plans

Different rates based on when you use electricity, with lower costs during off-peak hours.

Variable-rate / prepaid plans

Flexibility without long-term commitments, though rates may fluctuate monthly based on market conditions.

Power Outages in Pennsylvania

1,159 customers currently without power in Pennsylvania

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Frequently Asked Questions

The average residential electricity rate in Pennsylvania is 21.73¢ per kWh. Commercial customers pay an average of 13.33¢ per kWh and industrial customers pay 10.10¢ per kWh.

New York$169/mo29.49¢/kWh New Jersey$207/mo24.95¢/kWh Ohio$167/mo19.19¢/kWh Maryland$201/mo21.84¢/kWh