Electricity Cost in Maryland
The average residential electricity rate in Maryland is 35.85¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $323 per month or $3872 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
35.85 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$322.65
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$3871.80
vs national (monthly)
+$151.29
National avg: 19.04¢/kWh
How Maryland Compares
State rate
35.85 ¢/kWh
National average
19.04 ¢/kWh
Difference
+88.3%
Category
much higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Maryland costs 88% more than the national average.
- Maryland ranks #2 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in Maryland is among the top 10 most expensive in the U.S.
- Maryland shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in Maryland
Local rate context for major cities in Maryland. Figures are modeled estimates for comparison; confirm rates with your utility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Maryland?
- The average residential electricity rate in Maryland is 35.85 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $322.65.
- Is electricity in Maryland cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Maryland costs about $151.29 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Maryland?
- At the average rate of 35.85¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $322.65 per month, or about $3871.80 per year.