Electricity rates in Saint James, MD
Saint James (2,953 people, Washington 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 Saint James
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned utility | 16.47¢ | $184 | 253K | 399 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 112 | 632 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,879 (5.9%) | 21,000 (32.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-13 | 2025-04-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (112 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Halfway 16.5¢
- Williamsport 16.5¢
- Hagerstown 16.5¢
- Keedysville 16.5¢
- Boonsboro 16.5¢
- Wilson-Conococheague 16.5¢
- Robinwood 16.5¢
- Fountainhead-Orchard Hills 16.5¢
- Paramount-Long Meadow 16.5¢
- Maugansville 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 21781
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint James?
Most homes in Saint James 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 Saint James?
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 Saint James, MD?
The Potomac Edison Company serves Saint James.
How often does the power go out in Saint James?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 10 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-20, when 21,000 customers (32.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.