Electricity Cost in Pennsylvania
This page summarizes average residential electricity rates and estimated costs for Pennsylvania. All figures are based on EIA data and use a standard 900 kWh monthly usage for cost estimates.
Average rate
17.78 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$160.02
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1920.24
vs national (monthly)
+$1.89
National avg: 17.57¢/kWh
How Pennsylvania Compares
State rate
17.78 ¢/kWh
National average
17.57 ¢/kWh
Difference
+1.2%
Category
close to national average
Key Insights
- Pennsylvania ranks #15 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Pennsylvania shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Pennsylvania?
- The average residential electricity rate in Pennsylvania is 17.78 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $160.02.
- Is electricity in Pennsylvania cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Pennsylvania costs about $1.89 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Pennsylvania?
- At the average rate of 17.78¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $160.02 per month, or about $1920.24 per year.