Electricity rates in Salisbury, MD
Salisbury (32,899 people, Wicomico 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 Salisbury
| 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 Wicomico County right now
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Outage history in Wicomico County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 84 | 154 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,841 (9.5%) | 25,129 (40.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-01-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (84 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fruitland 22.6¢
- Hebron 22.6¢
- Pittsville 22.6¢
- Princess Anne 22.6¢
- Snow Hill 22.6¢
- Pocomoke City 22.6¢
- Berlin 22.6¢
- Hurlock 22.6¢
- Ocean Pines 22.6¢
- Federalsburg 22.6¢
ZIP codes: 21801, 21802, 21803, 21804
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Salisbury?
Most homes in Salisbury 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 Salisbury: Choptank Electric Cooperative (18.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Salisbury?
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 Salisbury, MD?
2 utilities serve Salisbury'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 Salisbury?
In 2025, customers in Wicomico County averaged 2 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-29, when 25,129 customers (40.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.