Electricity rates in Crisfield, MD
Crisfield (2,655 people, Somerset County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Delmarva Power pay about 22.56¢/kWh, 7% more than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving Crisfield
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delmarva Power | Investor-owned utility | 22.56¢ | $221 | 182K | 114 |
| Choptank Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 18.47¢ | $216 | 51K | 217 |
Power outages in Somerset County right now
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Outage history in Somerset County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 171 | 135 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,294 (9%) | 2,986 (20.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-16 | 2025-10-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (171 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pocomoke City 22.6¢
- Princess Anne 22.6¢
- Fruitland 22.6¢
- Snow Hill 22.6¢
- Salisbury 22.6¢
- Hebron 22.6¢
- Pittsville 22.6¢
- Lexington Park 18.5¢
- Drum Point 18.5¢
- Chesapeake Ranch Estates 18.5¢
ZIP codes: 21817
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Crisfield?
Most homes in Crisfield 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Crisfield: Choptank Electric Cooperative (18.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Crisfield?
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 Crisfield, MD?
2 utilities serve Crisfield's ZIP codes: Delmarva Power, Choptank Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Crisfield?
In 2025, customers in Somerset County averaged 2 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-01, when 2,986 customers (20.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.