What is the average electricity rate in Carbondale, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Carbondale is approximately 22.20¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Carbondale?

Natural gas customers in Carbondale pay an average of $96 per month. The rate is approximately $1.28/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Carbondale, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Carbondale 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 Carbondale?

Carbondale 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 Carbondale electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Carbondale's electricity rate of 22.20¢/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 Carbondale?

To start electric service in Carbondale, 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.

Carbondale, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Carbondale, Pennsylvania

Carbondale, Pennsylvania is served by PECO for electricity and PECO Gas for natural gas. Rates in Carbondale 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, Carbondale's electricity rate of 22.20¢/kWh is 0.65¢ above the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Carbondale residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Carbondale

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

Natural Gas Utility in Carbondale

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

Carbondale vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Carbondale	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.20¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.28	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$138	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$96	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Carbondale Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Carbondale 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Carbondale is approximately 22.20¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Carbondale pay an average of $96 per month. The rate is approximately $1.28/therm per therm.
Electricity in Carbondale is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Carbondale 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.
Carbondale's electricity rate of 22.20¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Carbondale, 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.