Electricity rates in Wilkinsburg, PA
Wilkinsburg (15,731 people, Allegheny County) is served by Duquesne Light Co.. Homes on Duquesne Light Co. pay about 25.14¢/kWh, 21% more than the Pennsylvania average.
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Electric companies serving Wilkinsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duquesne Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 25.14¢ | $154 | 438K | 856 |
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
- Edgewood 25.1¢
- Swissvale 25.1¢
- Braddock Hills 25.1¢
- Rankin 25.1¢
- Churchill 25.1¢
- Forest Hills 25.1¢
- Braddock 25.1¢
- Homestead 25.1¢
- Whitaker 25.1¢
- Munhall 25.1¢
ZIP codes: 15208, 15218, 15221
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wilkinsburg?
Most homes in Wilkinsburg 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Wilkinsburg?
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 Wilkinsburg, PA?
Duquesne Light Co. serves Wilkinsburg.
How often does the power go out in Wilkinsburg?
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.