Electricity Cost in Pennsylvania
The average residential electricity rate in Pennsylvania is 21.72¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $195 per month or $2346 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
21.72 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$195.48
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$2345.76
vs national (monthly)
+$30.69
National avg: 18.31¢/kWh
How Pennsylvania Compares
State rate
21.72 ¢/kWh
National average
18.31 ¢/kWh
Difference
+18.6%
Category
higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Pennsylvania costs 19% more than the national average.
- Pennsylvania ranks #14 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Pennsylvania shows a rising 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 21.72 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $195.48.
- Is electricity in Pennsylvania cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Pennsylvania costs about $30.69 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 21.72¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $195.48 per month, or about $2345.76 per year.