WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Erie
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Erie
January
$83February
$58lowestMarch
$73April
$101May
$117June
$149July
$226highestAugust
$182September
$121October
$98November
$102December
$72Carbon Emissions
490 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
660 kWh
Erie's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 55% of Erie's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 31%. Coal provides 12% of the energy in Erie. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Erie. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Erie.
55%
Natural Gas
31%
Nuclear
12%
Coal
1%
Hydroelectric
1%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
660 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,767
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Erie can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Erie. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Penelec - Pennsylvania has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Time-of-Day Service Rate | TOU | 7¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Day Service Rate | TOU | 12¢ to 15¢ |
| Residential Service Rate | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Residential Service Rate | Fixed | 7¢ |
The price to compare for Penelec - Pennsylvania is 10.61¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 660 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 9 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 8.79¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan | 8.99¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 12 cheapest 12 months | 9.09¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 9.39¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 18 cheapest 13+ months | 9.39¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
Enter your address and WattBuy's proprietary energy estimation model will find the best electricity options for your home