Average Electric Bill in Baltimore, MD
What a typical household in Baltimore pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Baltimore pays about $140.30/month for electricity at roughly 16.12¢/kWh. Basis: Baltimore Gas & Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Maryland over 12 months — the rate environment Baltimore households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Baltimore Gas & Electric Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Baltimore Gas & Electric Co · 1,214,100 residential customers |
| State context | Maryland: $201.18/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 586,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Baltimore?
Expect roughly $140.30 per month for a typical household in Baltimore — based on Baltimore Gas & Electric Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Baltimore?
About 16.12¢ per kWh (Baltimore Gas & Electric Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Baltimore pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Baltimore higher or lower than the Maryland average?
Baltimore Gas & Electric Co averages $140.30 — below the state average of $201.18.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Baltimore Gas & Electric Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Maryland) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.