Electricity rates in Maryland
Updated 2026-10-21 with EIA data through July 2026
Homes in Maryland paid an average of 21.03¢ per kWh over the last 12 months, up from 14.23¢ in 2016. Businesses paid 16.41¢ and industry 14.24¢. Electricity is deregulated here, so you can shop for a supplier.
What things cost to run in Maryland
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Maryland electricity price trend
Annual average residential price, 2010–2025. Since 2016, prices have risen +37%.
Choosing a provider in Maryland
Customers of investor-owned utilities can choose a competitive supplier.
Competitive suppliers in Maryland charged homes an average of 14.32¢/kWh for supply in 2025, before the utility's delivery charges (delivery-only customers paid about 8.24¢/kWh on average). Compare a supplier's offer with your utility's default "price to compare" on your bill.
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Electric utilities in Maryland
12 utilities serve homes in Maryland. Rates are average residential revenue per kWh, so they include fixed charges. Click a utility for rate plans, outage history and its service map.
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| Utility | Type | Homes served | Rate | Avg bill | Outage min/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned | 1.14M | 22.13¢ | $194 | 175 |
| Potomac Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned | 531K | 23.12¢ | $193 | 104 |
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned | 253K | 16.47¢ | $184 | 399 |
| Delmarva Power | Investor-owned | 182K | 22.56¢ | $221 | 114 |
| Southern Maryland Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 163K | 18.48¢ | $216 | 173 |
| Choptank Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 51K | 18.47¢ | $216 | 217 |
| Hagerstown Light Department | Municipal | 15K | 12.13¢ | $115 | — |
| Easton Utilities Comm | Municipal | 8,884 | 16.39¢ | $171 | 31 |
| Thurmont Municipal Light Co. | Municipal | 2,914 | 11.44¢ | $238 | — |
| Town of Berlin | Municipal | 2,756 | 14.06¢ | $212 | 128 |
| Town of Williamsport | Municipal | 1,026 | 11.09¢ | $179 | — |
| A & N Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 226 | 14.95¢ | $128 | 79 |
Retail electricity providers in Maryland
Average revenue per kWh from residential customers in 2025 (EIA-861), adjusted to current state trend.
Maryland vs. neighboring states
Energy costs at a glance
| Natural gas (homes) | $1.96/therm |
| Gasoline (regular) | $4.31/gal |
| Driving cost: EV vs. gas | 6.5¢ vs. 15¢/mi |
| Solar output (1 kW, Baltimore) | 1,392 kWh/yr |
| Avg. outage time (2025) | 2 hr 58 min/yr |
| Commercial rate | 16.41¢ |
| Industrial rate | 14.24¢ |
What appliances cost to run in Maryland
| Appliance | Per month | Per year | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Space heater | $34.68 | $173 | +$25 |
| Central air conditioner | $121 | $605 | +$87 |
| Refrigerator | $8.76 | $105 | +$15 |
| Electric car | $78.16 | $938 | +$136 |
| Electric clothes dryer | $14.42 | $173 | +$25 |
| Electric water heater | $78.86 | $946 | +$137 |
| Hot tub | $52.57 | $631 | +$91 |
| TV | $2.62 | $31 | +$5 |
| Pool pump (single-speed) | $87.05 | $435 | +$63 |
| Heat pump | $215 | $1,075 | +$155 |
Electricity rates by city in Maryland
- Baltimore
- Columbia
- Germantown
- Silver Spring
- Frederick
- Waldorf
- Glen Burnie
- Gaithersburg
- Rockville
- Ellicott City
- Dundalk
- Bethesda
- Bowie
- Towson
- Aspen Hill
- Wheaton
- Bel Air South
- Gwynn Oak
- Potomac
- Severn
- North Bethesda
- Catonsville
- Annapolis
- Hagerstown
- Essex
- Hanover
- Woodlawn
- Severna Park
- Odenton
- Saint Charles
- Clinton
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor
- Olney
- Suitland-Silver Hill
- Chillum
- St. Charles
- Salisbury
- Randallstown
- College Park
- Montgomery Village
- Pikesville
- Parkville
- Owings Mills
- Bel Air North
- Eldersburg
- Carney
- South Gate
- Milford Mill
- West Elkridge
- Perry Hall
- Crofton
- Laurel
- South Laurel
- Reisterstown
- Suitland
- Edgewood
- Lochearn
- Middle River
- North Potomac
- Scaggsville
- Pasadena
- Greenbelt
- Hunt Valley
- Fort Washington
- Fairland
- Ilchester
- Arnold
- Landover
- Cockeysville
- Arbutus
- Cumberland
- Lake Shore
- Green Haven
- Rosedale
- Camp Springs
- Langley Park
- Greater Upper Marlboro
- Westminster
- Hyattsville
- Ballenger Creek
- Lanham-Seabrook
- Calverton
- Oxon Hill
- Takoma Park
- White Oak
- Glassmanor
- Seabrook
- Beltsville
- Ferndale
- Easton
Frequently asked questions
What is the average electricity rate in Maryland?
The average residential rate in Maryland was 21.03¢ per kWh over the 12 months ending July 2026. That is 17% above the U.S. average of 17.99¢. In July 2026 alone it was 21.41¢, +13.7% from a year earlier.
What is the average electric bill in Maryland?
About $199 a month. The average Maryland home uses 945 kWh a month (EIA 2025), and we priced that at the current average rate. Bills vary with your utility, home size, heating type and season.
Is electricity expensive in Maryland?
Maryland ranks 38th cheapest of 51 (50 states plus DC) for residential electricity. That is near the middle of the pack.
Can I choose my electricity provider in Maryland?
Yes. Customers of investor-owned utilities can choose a competitive supplier. The state's official comparison site is psc.state.md.us.
Which electric company is cheapest in Maryland?
Among utilities with at least 1,000 residential customers, Town of Williamsport has the lowest average rate at 11.09¢/kWh. The highest is Potomac Electric Power Co. at 23.12¢. Most homes can't switch utilities, since your address determines which one serves you.
How reliable is the power grid in Maryland?
In 2025, the average Maryland customer was without power for 2 hr 58 min (SAIDI, including major storms) across about 1.0 outages. Excluding major event days it was 79 min. Figures are customer-weighted across utilities that report to EIA.
Sources: EIA-861M monthly sales and revenue (through July 2026), EIA-861 2025 utility data, EIA fuel prices, NREL PVWatts. Methodology.