Baltimore Gas and Electric Electricity Rates and Plans

Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) is a regulated electric and gas utility company serving the central Maryland area, including Baltimore City and 8 surrounding counties. BGE serves over 1.2 million electric customers and 680,000 natural gas customers. BGE is a subsidiary of Exelon Corporation, one of the nation's largest electric and gas utilities. BGE operates a diverse mix of resources, including natural gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy. BGE's renewable portfolio includes solar, wind, and hydroelectric generation, which accounts for nearly 5% of its total generation capacity. BGE is committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to its customers while also investing in clean energy and energy efficiency programs that benefit its customers and the environment.

Phone

Phone

1-800-685-0123

Website

Website

bge.com

Baltimore Gas and Electric Energy Sources

Baltimore Gas and Electric's energy comes from nuclear, coal, natural gas, biomass, solar, and other fossil. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 82% of Baltimore Gas and Electric's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 14%. Natural Gas provides 2% of Baltimore Gas and Electric's electricity. Biomass provides 1% of Baltimore Gas and Electric's electricity. Solar provides 1% of Baltimore Gas and Electric's electricity. Other Fossil provides 1% of Baltimore Gas and Electric's electricity.

81%

Nuclear

14%

Coal

2%

Natural Gas

1%

Biomass

1%

Solar

1%

Other Fossil

Baltimore Gas and Electric Rates

The average electricity rate for Baltimore Gas and Electric customers is 12.29 cents/kWh. Baltimore Gas and Electric has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service (Schedule R)Fixed20¢ to 22¢
RL RESIDENTIAL OPTIONAL TIME-OF-USE (Unbundled)Fixed
Residential Electric Vehicle Time-of-Use (Schedule EV)TOU9¢ to 25¢
Residential Delivery and Energy Time of Use (Schedule RD)TOU9¢ to 32¢
Residential Optional Time of Use (Schedule RL)TOU10¢ to 13¢
Residential Service (Schedule R)Fixed
Residential Service (Schedule R)Fixed14¢
Residential Delivery and Energy Time of Use (Schedule RD)TOU3¢ to 10¢
Residential Optional Time of Use (Schedule RL)TOU11¢ to 17¢
Residential Optional Time of Use (Schedule RL)Fixed5¢ to 5¢

Baltimore Gas and Electric Electricity Plans

The price to compare for Baltimore Gas and Electric is 9.98¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Direct Energy

Live Brighter™ 12

cheapestcheapest 12 months
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10.79¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter™ 18

cheapest 13+ monthsmost popular
10.89¢18 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor 12

11.19¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor 24

11.79¢24 monthsChoose Plan
Energy Harbor

Safe Harbor 32

12.09¢32 monthsChoose Plan

Baltimore Gas and Electric Reliability

In 2021, the average Baltimore Gas and Electric customer lost electricity one time for a duration of 144 minutes. In total, the average Baltimore Gas and Electric customer had their electricity out for about 147 minutes during the whole year.

Baltimore Gas and Electric Incentives

Baltimore Gas and Electric can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.

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Heat Pump Water Heaters$500Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE)See Details

Netmetering

Credited to customer's next bill at retail rate; reconciled annually in April at the commodity energy supply rate

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