Electricity rates in Chester, MD
Chester (4,167 people, Queen Anne's County) is served by Delmarva Power. Homes on Delmarva Power pay about 22.56¢/kWh, 7% more than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving Chester
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmarva Power | Investor-owned utility | 22.56¢ | $221 | 182K | 114 |
Power outages in Queen Anne's County right now
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Outage history in Queen Anne's County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 105 | 195 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,535 (5.8%) | 5,920 (22.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-09 | 2025-01-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (105 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stevensville 22.6¢
- Grasonville 22.6¢
- Cape Saint Claire 22.1¢
- Naval Academy 22.1¢
- Annapolis 22.1¢
- Hillsmere Shores 22.1¢
- Rock Hall 22.6¢
- Arnold 22.1¢
- Centreville 22.6¢
- Selby-on-the-Bay 22.1¢
ZIP codes: 21619
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chester?
Most homes in Chester get power from Delmarva Power, where residential customers pay an average of 22.56¢/kWh including all charges. The Maryland average is 21.03¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Chester?
About $221 a month, based on 981 kWh a month (the average for Delmarva Power customers) at 22.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Chester, MD?
Delmarva Power serves Chester.
How often does the power go out in Chester?
In 2025, customers in Queen Anne's County averaged 3 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-29, when 5,920 customers (22.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.