How UGI Utilities compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs UGI Utilities, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPL Electric Utilities | 16.99 | 797,773 | -1.94 | -$209 |
| FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co | 17.37 | 1,464,054 | -1.56 | -$168 |
| Claverack Rural Elec Coop Inc | 18.25 | 16,742 | -0.68 | -$73 |
| UGI Utilities, Inc (this page) | 18.93 | 54,485 | — | — |
3 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with UGI Utilities. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than UGI Utilities 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 UGI Utilities customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | UGI Utilities premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luzerne | PPL Electric Utilities | 16.99 | +$209 |
| Wyoming | PPL Electric Utilities | 16.99 | +$209 |
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 | 18.68 | 18.93 | +1.3% |
| Residential customers | 54,410 | 54,485 | +0.1% |
Ownership: Investor Owned. Including delivery-only/third-party-supply accounts, UGI Utilities serves 55,011 residential customers in PA. Statewide context: Pennsylvania electricity rates.
Current residential tariff snapshot (URDB) stale entry
| Fixed charge | Energy rate, $/kWh | Effective |
|---|---|---|
| $5.50/mo | 0.116–0.128 | Jun 2014 |
This URDB entry is dated Jun 2014 — more than two years old; treat it as historical and check the utility's current rate schedule. 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 UGI Utilities bill
Pennsylvania has residential electric supply choice: UGI Utilities 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)
Luzerne · Wyoming
Head-to-head comparisons
- FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co vs UGI Utilities, Inc
- PPL Electric Utilities vs UGI Utilities, Inc
Questions people ask
- Is UGI Utilities, Inc more expensive than other Pennsylvania utilities?
- UGI Utilities, Inc customers paid an average 18.93 cents/kWh in 2024 — 10% above the Pennsylvania volume-weighted average of 17.23 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from UGI Utilities, Inc?
- 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 UGI Utilities, Inc have?
- 54,485 residential customers in Pennsylvania in 2024 across 2 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: investor-owned.