Pennsylvania Electricity Rates
Compare electricity rates across 28 Pennsylvania cities. Plans start at 7.59¢/kWh — well below the default utility rate.
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PA Rates by City
Rates vary by EDC territory. Click any city for live plan comparisons.
How to Switch Suppliers
Pennsylvania deregulated electricity in 1996. All residents can choose their supplier — your EDC still delivers the power through the same wires regardless of who you pick.
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Check Your PTC
Find your Price to Compare on your bill. Any supplier rate below this number means savings.
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Compare Plans
Enter your ZIP to see available suppliers. Focus on the supply rate per kWh and read the Disclosure Statement.
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Sign Up Online
Enroll with your chosen supplier. You’ll need your EDC account number and service address. Takes ~10 minutes.
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Switch Happens Automatically
Your new supplier notifies your EDC. The switch completes in 1–2 billing cycles. Zero service interruption.
Supply vs. Delivery on Your Bill
Supply charges (generation) are the part you can shop for. Delivery charges (distribution) are regulated by the PA PUC and stay the same no matter which supplier you choose. Focus on beating your Price to Compare.
EDC Territories
Your EDC determines delivery charges and which suppliers serve your area. These charges are regulated and stay the same regardless of your supplier.
PECO Energy
1.6M customers. Lowest supply rates in PA due to strong supplier competition.
PPL Electric Utilities
1.4M customers across 29 counties. Covers Lehigh Valley, Harrisburg, Scranton.
Duquesne Light
600K customers in Allegheny and Beaver counties.
Met-Ed
560K customers in eastern PA including Reading, York, and Berks County.
Penelec
590K customers across the largest geographic territory in PA.
Price to Compare
The Price to Compare (PTC) is the supply rate your EDC charges by default. Any competitive supplier rate below your PTC means you save money. It resets quarterly (January, April, July, October).
Current PTC by EDC
Approximate quarterly supply rates. Any plan below these numbers saves you money.
Best Time to Shop
Rates follow seasonal PJM wholesale patterns. Time your switch for the best deal.
Spring: Mar–May
Heating ends, cooling hasn’t started. Coincides with the April PTC reset — the best window to lock in a low fixed rate.
Winter: Jan–Feb
Cold weather drives heating demand and can spike wholesale costs, especially during polar vortex events.
Fall: Sep–Nov
AC demand fades. October PTC reset provides another natural checkpoint if you missed spring.
Watch Out for Teaser Rates
Some suppliers advertise extremely low introductory rates that jump after month one. Always calculate your total cost over the full contract term, not just the initial rate.
FAQ
What is the average electricity rate in Pennsylvania?
The average residential supply rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of May 2026. Shoppers who compare providers can find fixed-rate plans starting at 7.59¢/kWh. Your total bill also includes delivery charges from your EDC.
How do I switch electricity suppliers?
Takes about 10 minutes. Choose a supplier, sign up online or by phone. Your new supplier notifies your EDC and the switch completes in 1–2 billing cycles. Zero service interruption — same power, same wires. Pennsylvania gives you a 3-business-day right to cancel any new contract.
What is the Price to Compare (PTC)?
The PTC is the default supply rate your EDC charges if you don’t choose a competitive supplier. It’s set quarterly by the PA PUC and shown on your bill. Any supplier rate below your PTC means immediate savings.
Which city has the cheapest rates?
Cities in PECO territory (Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs) consistently have the lowest supply rates, starting around 7.59¢/kWh. Strong supplier competition and high population density drive prices down.
Are there cancellation fees?
Many plans — especially month-to-month and short-term contracts — have no cancellation fee. Fixed-rate plans with longer terms may include an early termination fee of $50–$150. Always check the Disclosure Statement before enrolling.
How much can I save by switching?
Most PA households save 10–30% on supply charges — roughly $15–$45/month or $180–$540/year. Savings vary by EDC territory, usage level, and the plan you select.
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