Why Electricity Is Expensive in District of Columbia
District of Columbia's electricity price may be influenced by regional market structure, generation context, infrastructure, and fuel exposure. This page provides context—not state-specific causal explanations—using the state's current electricity price data.
Current Electricity Price
District of Columbia's average residential electricity rate is 25.41 ¢/kWh. That is 31.5% above the national average of 19.32 ¢/kWh.
Electricity cost in District of Columbia — Rates and estimated costs
Factors That Can Influence Electricity Prices
State electricity prices can be influenced by:
- Regional market structure and regulation
- Generation mix and fuel exposure
- Grid infrastructure and transmission costs
- Supply-demand balance and capacity