Electricity rates in Frostburg, MD
Frostburg (8,667 people, Allegany 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 Frostburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned utility | 16.47¢ | $184 | 253K | 399 |
Power outages in Allegany County right now
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Outage history in Allegany County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 240 | 712 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,133 (12.7%) | 9,889 (30.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-04-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (240 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- La Vale 16.5¢
- Cresaptown 16.5¢
- Lonaconing 16.5¢
- Bowling Green 16.5¢
- Potomac Park 16.5¢
- Cumberland 16.5¢
- Westernport 16.5¢
- Mountain Lake Park 16.5¢
- Oakland 16.5¢
- Hancock 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 21532
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Frostburg?
Most homes in Frostburg 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 Frostburg?
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 Frostburg, MD?
The Potomac Edison Company serves Frostburg.
How often does the power go out in Frostburg?
In 2025, customers in Allegany County averaged 11 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-20, when 9,889 customers (30.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.