What is the average electricity rate in Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Castle Shannon is approximately 20.47¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Castle Shannon?

Natural gas customers in Castle Shannon pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $1.31/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Castle Shannon 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 Castle Shannon?

Castle Shannon 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 Castle Shannon electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Castle Shannon's electricity rate of 20.47¢/kWh is below the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Castle Shannon?

To start electric service in Castle Shannon, 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.

Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania

Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania is served by PECO for electricity and PECO Gas for natural gas. Rates in Castle Shannon 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, Castle Shannon's electricity rate of 20.47¢/kWh is 1.08¢ below the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Castle Shannon residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Castle Shannon

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

Natural Gas Utility in Castle Shannon

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

Castle Shannon vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Castle Shannon	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.47¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.31	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$127	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$98	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Castle Shannon Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Castle Shannon 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 Castle Shannon 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 Castle Shannon, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Castle Shannon is approximately 20.47¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Castle Shannon pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $1.31/therm per therm.
Electricity in Castle Shannon is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Castle Shannon 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.
Castle Shannon's electricity rate of 20.47¢/kWh is below the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Castle Shannon, 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.