Electricity rates in Greenwood, DE
Greenwood (1,066 people, Sussex County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Delmarva Power pay about 18.79¢/kWh, 6% more than the Delaware average.
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Electric companies serving Greenwood
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmarva Power | Investor-owned utility | 18.79¢ | $167 | 279K | 104 |
| Delaware Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.15¢ | $149 | 109K | 112 |
Power outages in Sussex County right now
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Outage history in Sussex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 49 | 102 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,082 (4.1%) | 11,053 (5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-07-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (49 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bridgeville 18.8¢
- Harrington 18.8¢
- Milford 18.8¢
- Seaford 18.8¢
- Blades 18.8¢
- Georgetown 18.8¢
- Felton 18.8¢
- Milton 18.8¢
- Riverview 18.8¢
- Laurel 18.8¢
ZIP codes: 19950
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Greenwood?
Most homes in Greenwood get power from Delmarva Power, where residential customers pay an average of 18.79¢/kWh including all charges. The Delaware average is 17.79¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Greenwood: Delaware Electric Cooperative (14.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Greenwood?
About $167 a month, based on 890 kWh a month (the average for Delmarva Power customers) at 18.79¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Greenwood, DE?
2 utilities serve Greenwood's ZIP codes: Delmarva Power, Delaware Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Greenwood?
In 2025, customers in Sussex County averaged 102 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-25, when 11,053 customers (5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.