How PECO compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs PECO, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Electric Cooperative Inc | 14.42 | 32,231 | -1.74 | -$188 |
| PECO Energy (this page) | 16.16 | 1,205,013 | — | — |
| PPL Electric Utilities | 16.99 | 797,773 | +0.83 | +$89 |
| FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co | 17.37 | 1,464,054 | +1.21 | +$131 |
3 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with PECO. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than PECO customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, while the supply portion is separately shoppable in Pennsylvania (see below).
Where PECO customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | PECO premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | Borough of Chambersburg | 11.95 | +$455 |
| Philadelphia | Borough of Chambersburg | 11.95 | +$455 |
| York | Adams Electric Cooperative Inc | 14.42 | +$188 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies. In Pennsylvania you can shop the supply portion regardless of county.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 16.18 | 16.16 | -0.1% |
| Residential customers | 1,202,721 | 1,205,013 | +0.2% |
Ownership: Investor Owned. Including delivery-only/third-party-supply accounts, PECO serves 1,535,818 residential customers in PA. Statewide context: Pennsylvania electricity rates.
Current residential tariff snapshot (URDB)
| Fixed charge | Energy rate, $/kWh | Effective |
|---|---|---|
| $11.30/mo | 0.205 | Jan 2026 |
Tariff structure (tiers, time-of-use, riders) determines your marginal rate; the EIA-861 average above reflects what customers actually paid all-in. Source: OpenEI URDB.
Supply vs delivery on a PECO bill
Pennsylvania has residential electric supply choice: PECO delivers the power and bills a default supply rate, but you may buy the supply portion from a licensed competitor instead. Compare offers against the price to compare on the state's official shopping site: papowerswitch.com.
Electric choice (PAPowerSwitch, PTC per EDC) and gas choice (PAGasSwitch) statewide.
Counties served (PA, EIA-861 2024)
Bucks · Chester · Delaware · Montgomery · Philadelphia · York
Head-to-head comparisons
Questions people ask
- Is PECO Energy more expensive than other Pennsylvania utilities?
- PECO Energy customers paid an average 16.16 cents/kWh in 2024 — 6% below the Pennsylvania volume-weighted average of 17.23 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from PECO Energy?
- You cannot switch the wires company — distribution territory is fixed by address. Pennsylvania does allow supply choice, so you can buy the supply portion of the bill from a licensed competitor via papowerswitch.com if its offer beats the price to compare.
- How many customers does PECO Energy have?
- 1,205,013 residential customers in Pennsylvania in 2024 across 6 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: investor-owned.