Electricity rates in Frederick, MD
Frederick (69,479 people, Frederick County) is served by The Potomac Edison Company. Homes on The Potomac Edison Company pay about 16.47¢/kWh, 22% less than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving Frederick
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned utility | 16.47¢ | $184 | 253K | 399 |
Power outages in Frederick County right now
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Outage history in Frederick County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 115 | 173 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,705 (4.3%) | 4,749 (3.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-09 | 2025-07-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (115 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Clover Hill 16.5¢
- Ballenger Creek 16.5¢
- Bartonsville 16.5¢
- Spring Ridge 16.5¢
- Braddock Heights 16.5¢
- Buckeystown 16.5¢
- Linganore 16.5¢
- Walkersville 16.5¢
- Urbana 16.5¢
- Jefferson 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 21701, 21702, 21703, 21704, 21705, 21709
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Frederick?
Most homes in Frederick get power from The Potomac Edison Company, where residential customers pay an average of 16.47¢/kWh including all charges. The Maryland average is 21.03¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Frederick?
About $183 a month, based on 1,114 kWh a month (the average for The Potomac Edison Company customers) at 16.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Frederick, MD?
The Potomac Edison Company serves Frederick.
How often does the power go out in Frederick?
In 2025, customers in Frederick County averaged 2 hr 53 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-25, when 4,749 customers (3.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.