Average Electric Bill in Washington, DC
What a typical household in Washington pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Washington pays about $94.12/month for electricity at roughly 14.74¢/kWh. Basis: Potomac Electric Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in District of Columbia over 12 months — the rate environment Washington households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Potomac Electric Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Potomac Electric Power Co · 318,780 residential customers |
| State context | District of Columbia: $144.98/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 690,000 (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 Washington?
Expect roughly $94.12 per month for a typical household in Washington — based on Potomac Electric Power Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Washington?
About 14.74¢ per kWh (Potomac Electric Power Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Washington pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Washington higher or lower than the District of Columbia average?
Potomac Electric Power Co averages $94.12 — below the state average of $144.98.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Potomac Electric Power Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (District of Columbia) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.