Electricity rates in Laureldale, PA
Laureldale (3,883 people, Berks County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co. pay about 20.21¢/kWh, 2% less than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving Laureldale
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 20.21¢ | $179 | 1.47M | 647 |
| PPL Electric Utilities Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 19.85¢ | $175 | 836K | 198 |
| Borough of Kutztown | Municipal utility | 17.39¢ | $250 | 2,530 | — |
Power outages in Berks County right now
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Outage history in Berks County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 352 | 435 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,556 (6.6%) | 16,476 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-10 | 2025-04-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (352 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- South Temple 20.2¢
- Hyde Park 20.2¢
- Muhlenberg Park 19.9¢
- Temple 20.2¢
- River View Park 19.9¢
- Fox Chase 19.9¢
- Greenfields 19.9¢
- Reading 19.9¢
- Stony Creek Mills 20.2¢
- Blandon 20.2¢
ZIP codes: 19560, 19604, 19605
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Laureldale?
Most homes in Laureldale get power from FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 20.21¢/kWh including all charges. The Pennsylvania average is 20.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Laureldale: PPL Electric Utilities Corp. (19.85¢), Borough of Kutztown (17.39¢).
What is the average electric bill in Laureldale?
About $179 a month, based on 884 kWh a month (the average for FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co. customers) at 20.21¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Laureldale, PA?
3 utilities serve Laureldale's ZIP codes: FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co., PPL Electric Utilities Corp., Borough of Kutztown. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Laureldale?
In 2025, customers in Berks County averaged 7 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-15, when 16,476 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.