WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Rochester
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Rochester
January
$141February
$95lowestMarch
$121April
$119May
$134June
$175July
$256highestAugust
$185September
$143October
$134November
$146December
$100Carbon Emissions
614 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
827 kWh
Rochester's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 63% of Rochester's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 29%. Coal provides 5% of the energy in Rochester. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Rochester. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Rochester. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Rochester.
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.
494 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,974
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Rochester 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 | |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Penelec (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Rochester. 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¢ |
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¢ |
Penelec - Pennsylvania has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 8¢ |
The price to compare for Duquesne is 11.85¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 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 Penelec - Pennsylvania is 9.75¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 8 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 9.29¢ | 8 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 12 cheapest 12 months | 9.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 10.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Direct Energy | Live Brighter 18 cheapest 13+ months | 10.89¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 12 Month Home Power Plan | 10.89¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for Penn Power is 10.39¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 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 | |
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