WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Pittsburgh
January
$147February
$95lowestMarch
$135April
$113May
$126June
$174July
$281highestAugust
$209September
$148October
$128November
$131December
$105Carbon Emissions
629 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
847 kWh
Pittsburgh's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 63% of Pittsburgh's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 29%. Coal provides 5% of the energy in Pittsburgh. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Pittsburgh. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Pittsburgh. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Pittsburgh.
63%
Natural Gas
29%
Nuclear
5%
Coal
1%
Hydroelectric
1%
Wind
1%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
459 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$17,475
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Pittsburgh 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 | |
| Dishwashers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | 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 |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $100 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | West Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | 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 |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Pittsburgh. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
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 | 6¢ |
| RH (Special Provision) | Fixed | 8¢ |
| RS-Delivery | Fixed | 5¢ |
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¢ |
Duquesne has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service Add-On Heat Pump | Fixed | 4¢ to 9¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 9¢ |
| Residential Service Heating | Fixed | 8¢ to 9¢ |
The price to compare for Duquesne is 11.85¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 847 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 months | 10.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 8 cheapest <12 months | 10.69¢ | 8 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 9 | 11.38¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 | 11.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 12 | 11.8¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for Penn Power is 10.39¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 847 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan cheapestcheapest <12 months | 9.59¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 8 | 10.19¢ | 8 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewablecheapest 12 months | 10.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 | 10.99¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 9 | 11.49¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for West Penn Power is 8.78¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 847 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan cheapestcheapest <12 months | 7.99¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 8 | 8.09¢ | 8 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 cheapest 12 months | 8.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 9.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 9 | 9.58¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
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