Electricity rates in Cresson, PA
Cresson (1,633 people, Cambria County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on REA Energy Co-op pay about 17.31¢/kWh, 16% less than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving Cresson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REA Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.31¢ | $167 | 21K | — |
| Valley Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.23¢ | $159 | 18K | — |
Power outages in Cambria County right now
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Outage history in Cambria County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 263 | 1,358 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 104 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,422 (6.6%) | 30,090 (45.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-12 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (263 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gallitzin 17.3¢
- Loretto 17.3¢
- Portage 17.3¢
- Ebensburg 17.3¢
- Duncansville 17.3¢
- Lakemont 16.2¢
- Hollidaysburg 16.2¢
- Beaverdale 17.3¢
- Altoona 16.2¢
- Patton 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 16630, 16699
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cresson?
Most homes in Cresson get power from REA Energy Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 17.31¢/kWh including all charges. The Pennsylvania average is 20.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Cresson: Valley Rural Electric Co-op (16.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cresson?
About $167 a month, based on 966 kWh a month (the average for REA Energy Co-op customers) at 17.31¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Cresson, PA?
2 utilities serve Cresson's ZIP codes: REA Energy Co-op, Valley Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cresson?
In 2025, customers in Cambria County averaged 22 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 104 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 30,090 customers (45.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.