Electricity rates in South Kensington, MD
South Kensington (8,462 people, Montgomery County) is served by Potomac Electric Power Co.. Homes on Potomac Electric Power Co. pay about 23.12¢/kWh, 10% more than the Maryland average.
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Electric companies serving South Kensington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.12¢ | $193 | 531K | 104 |
Power outages in Montgomery County right now
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Outage history in Montgomery County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 94 | 175 |
| Days with outages | 23 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,801 (4%) | 29,030 (7.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-15 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (94 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chevy Chase 23.1¢
- Forest Glen 23.1¢
- Kensington 23.1¢
- North Kensington 23.1¢
- Wheaton 23.1¢
- Garrett Park 23.1¢
- Bethesda 23.1¢
- Silver Spring 23.1¢
- Chevy Chase Village 23.1¢
- Four Corners 23.1¢
ZIP codes: 20825, 20891, 20895
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Kensington?
Most homes in South Kensington 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in South Kensington?
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 South Kensington, MD?
Potomac Electric Power Co. serves South Kensington.
How often does the power go out in South Kensington?
In 2025, customers in Montgomery County averaged 2 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 29,030 customers (7.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.