Average Electric Bill in Philadelphia, PA
What a typical household in Philadelphia pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Philadelphia pays about $110.59/month for electricity at roughly 14.74¢/kWh. Basis: PECO Energy Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Pennsylvania over 12 months — the rate environment Philadelphia households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | PECO Energy Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | PECO Energy Co · 1,535,818 residential customers |
| State context | Pennsylvania: $170.56/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 1,604,000 (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 Philadelphia?
Expect roughly $110.59 per month for a typical household in Philadelphia — based on PECO Energy Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Philadelphia?
About 14.74¢ per kWh (PECO Energy Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Philadelphia pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Philadelphia higher or lower than the Pennsylvania average?
PECO Energy Co averages $110.59 — below the state average of $170.56.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (PECO Energy Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Pennsylvania) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.