Electricity rates in Temple Hills, MD
Temple Hills (7,852 people, Prince George's 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 Temple Hills
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potomac Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 23.12¢ | $193 | 531K | 104 |
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
- Marlow Heights 23.1¢
- Hillcrest Heights 23.1¢
- Silver Hill 23.1¢
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor 23.1¢
- Camp Springs 23.1¢
- Oxon Hill 23.1¢
- Suitland-Silver Hill 23.1¢
- Suitland 23.1¢
- Forest Heights 23.1¢
- Glassmanor 23.1¢
ZIP codes: 20748, 20757
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Temple Hills?
Most homes in Temple Hills 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 Temple Hills?
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 Temple Hills, MD?
Potomac Electric Power Co. serves Temple Hills.
How often does the power go out in Temple Hills?
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.