Electricity Cost in Pennsylvania
The average residential electricity rate in Pennsylvania is 21.55¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $194 per month or $2327 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
21.55 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$193.95
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$2327.40
vs national (monthly)
+$27.99
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How Pennsylvania Compares
State rate
21.55 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
+16.9%
Category
higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Pennsylvania costs 17% more than the national average.
- Pennsylvania ranks #16 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Pennsylvania shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in Pennsylvania
Local rate context for major cities in Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania?
- The average residential electricity rate in Pennsylvania is 21.55 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $193.95.
- Is electricity in Pennsylvania cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Pennsylvania costs about $27.99 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 21.55¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $193.95 per month, or about $2327.40 per year.