Electricity rates in Ben Avon, PA
Ben Avon (1,777 people, Allegheny County) is served by Duquesne Light Co.. Homes on Duquesne Light Co. pay about 25.14¢/kWh, 21% more than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving Ben Avon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 25.14¢ | $154 | 438K | 856 |
Power outages in Allegheny County right now
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Outage history in Allegheny County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 385 | 1,478 |
| Days with outages | 63 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 84,962 (12.7%) | 270,977 (40.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-18 | 2025-04-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (385 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Emsworth 25.1¢
- Avalon 25.1¢
- Bellevue 25.1¢
- Kennedy Township 25.1¢
- West View 25.1¢
- McKees Rocks 25.1¢
- Ingram 25.1¢
- Coraopolis 25.1¢
- Crafton 25.1¢
- Franklin Park 20.2¢
ZIP codes: 15136, 15202, 15225
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ben Avon?
Most homes in Ben Avon get power from Duquesne Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 25.14¢/kWh including all charges. The Pennsylvania average is 20.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Ben Avon?
About $154 a month, based on 611 kWh a month (the average for Duquesne Light Co. customers) at 25.14¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ben Avon, PA?
Duquesne Light Co. serves Ben Avon.
How often does the power go out in Ben Avon?
In 2025, customers in Allegheny County averaged 24 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-30, when 270,977 customers (40.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.