WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Rochester

Pennsylvania

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The State of Electricity in Rochester

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

Average monthly bill

January

$141

February

$95lowest

March

$121

April

$119

May

$134

June

$175

July

$256highest

August

$185

September

$143

October

$134

November

$146

December

$100

Carbon Emissions

614 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

827 kWh

Where does Rochester’s electricity come from?

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 energy in Rochester

The state of solar in Rochester

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

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Rochester

incentivesavingsutility 
Dishwashers$25Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Freezers (purchase)$25Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Dryers$50Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$25Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$150-$250Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$25Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$500Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$50Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Dryers$25Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Dishwashers$25Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$200Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Washers$25Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Freezers (purchase)$25Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Smart Thermostats$50Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$250-$500Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$500Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Package$150-$250Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$100Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$50Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$250-$500Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Smart Thermostats$50Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Dryers$25Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$100Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Dryers$50Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$200Penelec (FirstEnergy utility)See Details
Clothes Washers$25Penn Power (FirstEnergy utility)See Details

Electricity Providers in Rochester

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

Utilities in Rochester

DuquesnePenelec - PennsylvaniaPenn Power

Penn Power Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed
RH (Special Provision)Fixed
RS-DeliveryFixed

Penelec - Pennsylvania Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed

Duquesne Rates

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

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service HeatingFixed8¢ to 9¢
Residential Service Add-On Heat PumpFixed4¢ to 9¢
Residential ServiceFixed

Duquesne Electricity Plans in Rochester

The price to compare for Duquesne is 11.85¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 months
10.29¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

cheapest <12 months
10.69¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor Value 9

11.38¢9 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

11.79¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor Value 12

11.8¢12 monthsChoose Plan
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Penelec - Pennsylvania Electricity Plans in Rochester

The price to compare for Penelec - Pennsylvania is 9.75¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

cheapestcheapest <12 months
9.29¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

cheapest 12 months
9.79¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

cheapest renewable
10.29¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 18

cheapest 13+ months
10.89¢18 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

12 Month Home Power Plan

10.89¢12 monthsChoose Plan

Penn Power Electricity Plans in Rochester

The price to compare for Penn Power is 10.39¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Constellation Energy

6 Month Home Power Plan

cheapestcheapest <12 months
9.59¢6 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 8

10.19¢8 monthsChoose Plan
Verde Energy

Clean Power 12

cheapest renewablecheapest 12 months
10.29¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter 12

10.99¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor Value 9

11.49¢9 monthsChoose Plan

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