Electricity rates in Ridgely, MD
Ridgely (1,615 people, Caroline 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 Ridgely
| 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 Caroline County right now
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Outage history in Caroline County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 122 | 149 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,888 (10.7%) | 3,562 (20.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-04 | 2025-01-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (122 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Greensboro 22.6¢
- Denton 22.6¢
- Centreville 22.6¢
- Easton 22.6¢
- Grasonville 22.6¢
- Federalsburg 22.6¢
- Kingstown 22.6¢
- Chestertown 22.6¢
- Saint Michaels 22.6¢
- Chester 22.6¢
ZIP codes: 21660
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ridgely?
Most homes in Ridgely 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 Ridgely: Choptank Electric Cooperative (18.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ridgely?
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 Ridgely, MD?
2 utilities serve Ridgely'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 Ridgely?
In 2025, customers in Caroline County averaged 2 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-23, when 3,562 customers (20.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.