What is the average electricity rate in Barton, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Barton is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Barton?

Natural gas customers in Barton pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $1.54/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Barton, Maryland?

Electricity in Barton is distributed by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) and Pepco (Washington Pepco Holdings). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Barton?

Barton natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Barton electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Barton's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Barton?

To start electric service in Barton, contact BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) and Pepco (Washington Pepco Holdings). For gas service, contact BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Barton, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Barton, Maryland

Barton is a community in Maryland served by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) for electric and BGE for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Maryland's statewide energy market and the region's humid subtropical, cold winters in mountains climate.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Barton's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is 0.87¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Barton residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Barton

BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon)
Pepco (Washington Pepco Holdings)
Delmarva Power
SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative)

Natural Gas Utility in Barton

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Barton vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Barton	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.90¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.54	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$152	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$94	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Barton Residents

As a Maryland city, Barton residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Maryland LIHEAP
✅ Maryland Energy Assistance Program (MEAP)
✅ Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP)
✅ EmPower Maryland

Energy-Saving Tips for Barton Residents

✓ Insulate your attic to at least R-49 to reduce winter heat loss by up to 15%.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set it to 68°F while home, 60°F while sleeping or away.
✓ Seal air leaks around windows and doors before the heating season to cut drafts.
✓ Schedule an annual furnace tune-up every fall to maintain peak efficiency.
✓ Use heavy drapes on north-facing windows during winter to reduce cold air infiltration.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Barton, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Barton is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Barton pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $1.54/therm per therm.
Electricity in Barton is distributed by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) and Pepco (Washington Pepco Holdings). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Barton natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Barton's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Barton, contact BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) and Pepco (Washington Pepco Holdings). For gas service, contact BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.