WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Jersey Shore
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Jersey Shore
January
$265highestFebruary
$79lowestMarch
$124April
$127May
$141June
$139July
$149August
$142September
$136October
$143November
$131December
$92Carbon Emissions
536 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
788 kWh
Jersey Shore's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Wind, Hydroelectric, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 56% of Jersey Shore's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 32%. Coal provides 8% of the energy in Jersey Shore. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Jersey Shore. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Jersey Shore. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Jersey Shore.
56%
Natural Gas
32%
Nuclear
8%
Coal
2%
Wind
1%
Hydroelectric
1%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,226
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Jersey Shore 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.
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| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $200-$500 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $400/system | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $1 to $5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $400 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $100 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Jersey Shore. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
West Penn Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 5¢ |
Tri-County Rural Elec Coop Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential/2 Costs of Service (RES2C) | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
| Residential/3 Costs of service (RES3C) | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
| Seasonal Rate | Fixed | 11¢ to 16¢ |
| Residential/4 Costs of service (RES4C) | Fixed | 10¢ to 12¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 11¢ to 12¢ |
PPL has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - THERMAL STORAGE | Fixed | 4¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 5¢ |
The price to compare for PPL is 10.77¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 788 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 7 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 11.09¢ | 7 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 6 cheapest renewable | 11.59¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 cheapest 12 months | 11.69¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 | 11.99¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 18 cheapest 13+ months | 12.29¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for West Penn Power is 9.48¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 788 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 7 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 9.79¢ | 7 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 cheapest 12 months | 10.39¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan | 10.69¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 10.99¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 18 cheapest 13+ months | 11.09¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
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