What is the average electricity rate in Bear Lake, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Bear Lake is approximately 22.63¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Bear Lake?

Natural gas customers in Bear Lake pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.24/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Bear Lake, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Bear Lake is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Bear Lake?

Bear Lake natural gas service is provided by PECO Gas and Columbia Gas of PA. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Bear Lake electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Bear Lake's electricity rate of 22.63¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Bear Lake?

To start electric service in Bear Lake, contact PECO and PPL Electric. For gas service, contact PECO Gas and Columbia Gas of PA. 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.

Bear Lake, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Bear Lake, Pennsylvania

Bear Lake, Pennsylvania is served by PECO for electricity and PECO Gas for natural gas. Rates in Bear Lake are comparable to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh/kWh, Bear Lake's electricity rate of 22.63¢/kWh is 1.08¢ above the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Bear Lake residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Bear Lake

PECO
PPL Electric
Duquesne Light
First Energy (Met-Ed, Penelec, West Penn Power)

Natural Gas Utility in Bear Lake

PECO Gas
Columbia Gas of PA
Peoples Natural Gas
National Fuel Gas

Bear Lake vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Bear Lake	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.63¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.24	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$141	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$93	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Bear Lake Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Bear Lake residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ LIHEAP Pennsylvania
✅ Customer Assistance Program (CAP)
✅ Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program

Energy-Saving Tips for Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Bear Lake is approximately 22.63¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Bear Lake pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.24/therm per therm.
Electricity in Bear Lake is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Bear Lake natural gas service is provided by PECO Gas and Columbia Gas of PA. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Bear Lake's electricity rate of 22.63¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Bear Lake, contact PECO and PPL Electric. For gas service, contact PECO Gas and Columbia Gas of PA. 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.