Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Reading
January
$134February
$102March
$118April
$117May
$126June
$180July
$277highestAugust
$211September
$151October
$126November
$143December
$96lowestCarbon Emissions
627 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
844 kWh
Reading's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Wind, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 59% of Reading's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 34%. Coal provides 4% of the energy in Reading. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Reading. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Reading.
59%
Natural Gas
34%
Nuclear
4%
Coal
2%
Wind
1%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
408 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,619
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Reading 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 | |
Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Dishwashers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Clothes Dryers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $350 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems | $200 for SEER ≥ 16 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Sealing and Insulation Products | $200-$500 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Clothes Dryers | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Smart Thermostats | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Heat Pump Water Heaters | $400 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $450 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Sealing and Insulation Products | $1 to $5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Smart Thermostats | $100 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $300 for SEER ≥ 17.5 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $400/system | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
Clothes Washers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
Smart Thermostats | $50 | PPL Electric Utilities | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Reading. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
PPL has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
RS (Residential Service) | Fixed | 16¢ |
RS (Residential Service) | Fixed | 5¢ |
MetEd has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
Residential Service Rate | Fixed | 16¢ |
Residential Service Rate | Fixed | 6¢ |
Residential Service Rate (Time of Use Service) | TOU | 5¢ |
Residential Service Rate (Time of Use Service) | TOU | 11¢ to 14¢ |
The price to compare for MetEd is 11.31¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 844 kWh per month.Update usage.
Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
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Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 monthsmost popular | 9.09¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan cheapest <12 months | 9.19¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
Direct Energy | Term Optimized Live Brighter 9 | 9.39¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 12 | 9.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
Tomorrow Energy | Earth Care 12 | 9.89¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan |
The price to compare for PPL is 11.03¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 844 kWh per month.Update usage.
Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
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Tomorrow Energy | Earth Care 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 months | 9.09¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
Verde Energy | Clean Power 6 cheapest <12 months | 9.29¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan | 9.59¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 12 | 9.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
Direct Energy | Live Brighter™ 18 cheapest 13+ months | 9.89¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan |
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