Electricity rates in Tarentum, PA
Tarentum (4,462 people, Allegheny County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duquesne Light Co. pay about 25.14¢/kWh, 21% more than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving Tarentum
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 25.14¢ | $154 | 438K | 856 |
| Central Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.13¢ | $144 | 24K | — |
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
- Brackenridge 20.2¢
- Arnold 25.1¢
- Natrona Heights 20.2¢
- New Kensington 25.1¢
- Lower Burrell 25.1¢
- Russellton 25.1¢
- Springdale 25.1¢
- Cheswick 25.1¢
- Curtisville 25.1¢
- Freeport 18.1¢
ZIP codes: 15084
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tarentum?
Most homes in Tarentum 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Tarentum: Central Electric Co-op (18.13¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tarentum?
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 Tarentum, PA?
2 utilities serve Tarentum's ZIP codes: Duquesne Light Co., Central Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Tarentum?
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.