WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Hanover
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Hanover
January
$541highestFebruary
$390March
$231April
$195May
$190lowestJune
$198July
$235August
$203September
$194October
$201November
$206December
$373Carbon Emissions
937 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,302 kWh
Hanover's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Wind, Hydroelectric, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 56% of Hanover's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 34%. Coal provides 6% of the energy in Hanover. Wind provides 2% of the energy in Hanover. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Hanover. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Hanover.
56%
Natural Gas
34%
Nuclear
6%
Coal
2%
Wind
1%
Hydroelectric
1%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
471 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,059
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Hanover 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 | |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | $500 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $200 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $100 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | $150-$250 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems | $250-$500 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $25 | Met-Ed (FirstEnergy utility) | See Details |
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Hanover. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Duquesne has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 10¢ |
| Residential Service Heating | Fixed | 9¢ to 10¢ |
| Residential Service Add-On Heat Pump | Fixed | 5¢ to 10¢ |
MetEd 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¢ |
| Residential Service Rate (Time of Use Service) | TOU | 11¢ to 14¢ |
Adams Electric Cooperative Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RATE SCHEDULE A-1 | Fixed | 13¢ |
| RATE SCHEDULE T-1 RST13 | TOU | 8¢ to 22¢ |
The price to compare for Duquesne is 12.43¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,302 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 20 cheapestcheapest 13+ months | 14.59¢ | 20 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 9 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 14.59¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 15 | 14.79¢ | 15 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 12 cheapest 12 months | 14.89¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 16.19¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for MetEd is 11.90¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,302 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 9 cheapestcheapest <12 months | 14.39¢ | 9 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 20 cheapest 13+ months | 14.49¢ | 20 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 15 | 14.59¢ | 15 months | Choose Plan | |
| Energy Harbor | Safe Harbor Value 12 cheapest 12 months | 14.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapest renewable | 15.29¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
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