Electricity rates in Mellwood, MD
Mellwood (3,051 people, Prince George's County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Potomac Electric Power Co. pay about 23.12¢/kWh, 10% more than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving Mellwood
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.12¢ | $193 | 531K | 104 |
| Baltimore Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 22.13¢ | $194 | 1.14M | 175 |
| Southern Maryland Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.48¢ | $216 | 163K | 173 |
Power outages in Prince George's County right now
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Outage history in Prince George's County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 123 | 186 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 47,482 (13.6%) | 29,631 (8.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (123 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Queenland 23.1¢
- Westphalia 23.1¢
- Andrews Air Force Base 23.1¢
- Marlton 23.1¢
- Marlboro Village 23.1¢
- Forestville 22.1¢
- Rosaryville 23.1¢
- Morningside 22.1¢
- Greater Upper Marlboro 23.1¢
- Brock Hall 23.1¢
ZIP codes: 20762, 20772, 20774
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mellwood?
Most homes in Mellwood get power from Potomac Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 23.12¢/kWh including all charges. The Maryland average is 21.03¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Mellwood: Baltimore Gas & Electric Co. (22.13¢), Southern Maryland Electric Co-op (18.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mellwood?
About $193 a month, based on 835 kWh a month (the average for Potomac Electric Power Co. customers) at 23.12¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Mellwood, MD?
3 utilities serve Mellwood's ZIP codes: Potomac Electric Power Co., Baltimore Gas & Electric Co., Southern Maryland Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mellwood?
In 2025, customers in Prince George's County averaged 3 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 29,631 customers (8.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.