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ElectricityRatePerKWh

Electricity Rate in District of Columbia (2026): 17.23c/kWh Average

Residential Rate
17.23¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
-2%
0.42c below
Avg Monthly Bill
$133
774 kWh
Provider Choice
Yes
Can switch suppliers

District of Columbia Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

District of Columbia electricity averages 17.23 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 0.42c below the US average of 17.65c/kWh. The average monthly bill for District of Columbia households is $133 based on typical usage of 774 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 45%, nuclear 30%, renewables 25%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: District of Columbia rates rose 5.2% year-over-year as of April 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 5.4% over the same period.

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Your District of Columbia Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (774 kWh x 17.23c)$133.36
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$143.36
All Sectors - District of Columbia
Residential17.23c
Commercial14.87c
Industrial10.34c
Dominant Utility
Pepco (Exelon)
Adjacent States
Maryland17.74c
Virginia14.67c
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District of Columbia Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in District of Columbia in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in District of Columbia is 17.23 cents per kWh as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 0.42c below the US average of 17.65c/kWh (-2%). The average monthly electricity bill in District of Columbia is approximately $133 based on 774 kWh typical monthly usage.
Can I switch electricity providers in District of Columbia?+
Yes - District of Columbia is a deregulated state. Pepco default; competitive supply available via DC PSC The local utility (Pepco (Exelon)) still delivers the electricity; only the generation/supply charge is competitive.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in District of Columbia?+
The average District of Columbia household uses approximately 774 kWh per month. At 17.23c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $133. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in District of Columbia?+
District of Columbia's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 45%, nuclear 30%, renewables 25%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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