Electricity rates in West Hazleton, PA
West Hazleton (4,503 people, Luzerne County) is served by PPL Electric Utilities Corp.. Homes on PPL Electric Utilities Corp. pay about 19.85¢/kWh, 4% less than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving West Hazleton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPL Electric Utilities Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 19.85¢ | $175 | 836K | 198 |
Power outages in Luzerne County right now
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Outage history in Luzerne County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 337 | 133 |
| Days with outages | 66 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,920 (12.7%) | 10,440 (6.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-06 | 2025-08-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (337 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 18201, 18225, 18239
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Hazleton?
Most homes in West Hazleton get power from PPL Electric Utilities Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 19.85¢/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 Hazleton?
About $175 a month, based on 880 kWh a month (the average for PPL Electric Utilities Corp. customers) at 19.85¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Hazleton, PA?
PPL Electric Utilities Corp. serves West Hazleton.
How often does the power go out in West Hazleton?
In 2025, customers in Luzerne County averaged 2 hr 13 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-03, when 10,440 customers (6.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.