WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Washington
District Of Columbia
District Of Columbia
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Washington
January
$465highestFebruary
$293March
$218April
$188lowestMay
$190June
$221July
$240August
$223September
$200October
$200November
$189December
$265Carbon Emissions
661 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,179 kWh
Washington's energy comes from Solar and Natural Gas. Solar is the largest source of electricity, providing 83% of Washington's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 17%.
83%
Solar
17%
Natural Gas
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
$13,271
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Washington 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.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Washington. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Pepco - DC has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 4¢ to 7¢ |
| Residential Apartments-Master Metered | Fixed | 7¢ to 7¢ |
| Residential Service - PLUG-IN VEHICLE CHARGING | Fixed | 4¢ to 7¢ |
The price to compare for Pepco - DC is 16.05¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,179 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major Energy | Secure Choice 12 cheapestcheapest 12 months | 18.19¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Major Energy | Secure Green Choice 12 cheapest renewable | 18.39¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
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