WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Scranton

Pennsylvania

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The State of Electricity in Scranton

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Scranton

Average monthly bill

January

$135

February

$89

March

$112

April

$129

May

$128

June

$165

July

$228highest

August

$188

September

$135

October

$130

November

$150

December

$87lowest

Carbon Emissions

588 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

792 kWh

Where does Scranton’s electricity come from?

Scranton's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 63% of Scranton's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 29%. Coal provides 5% of the energy in Scranton. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Scranton. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Scranton. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Scranton.

63%

Natural Gas

29%

Nuclear

5%

Coal

1%

Hydroelectric

1%

Wind

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Scranton

The state of solar in Scranton

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

659 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,229

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

10 years

Payback period

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Net metering policies in Scranton 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Scranton

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Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$450 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$350 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$450 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$400PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$300 for SEER ≥ 17.5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$100PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Split Systems$200 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$400/systemPPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$200-$500PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$350 for SEER ≥ 16PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Products$1 to $5PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details
Smart Thermostats$50PPL Electric UtilitiesSee Details

Electricity Providers in Scranton

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Scranton. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:

Utilities in Scranton

PPL

PPL Rates

PPL has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - THERMAL STORAGEFixed
Residential ServiceFixed

PPL Electricity Plans in Scranton

The price to compare for PPL is 10.77¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 792 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Verde Energy

Clean Power 6

cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest <12 months
9.89¢6 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

6 Month Home Power Plan

9.99¢6 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

9.99¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

cheapest 12 months
10.39¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

10.59¢12 monthsChoose Plan
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