Electricity rates in West Chester, PA
West Chester (19,842 people, Chester County) is served by PECO Energy Co.. Homes on PECO Energy Co. pay about 19.30¢/kWh, 7% less than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving West Chester
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECO Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.30¢ | $146 | 1.23M | 328 |
Power outages in Chester County right now
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Outage history in Chester County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 964 | 479 |
| Days with outages | 68 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 77,059 (28.8%) | 50,268 (18.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (964 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Exton 19.3¢
- Downingtown 19.3¢
- Lionville 19.3¢
- Malvern 19.3¢
- Thorndale 19.3¢
- Eagleview 19.3¢
- Chester Heights 19.3¢
- Paoli 19.3¢
- Chester Springs 19.3¢
- Caln 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 19380, 19381, 19382, 19383
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Chester?
Most homes in West Chester get power from PECO Energy Co., where residential customers pay an average of 19.30¢/kWh including all charges. The Pennsylvania average is 20.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in West Chester?
About $146 a month, based on 755 kWh a month (the average for PECO Energy Co. customers) at 19.30¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Chester, PA?
PECO Energy Co. serves West Chester.
How often does the power go out in West Chester?
In 2025, customers in Chester County averaged 7 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 50,268 customers (18.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.