What is the average electricity rate in Clayton, Delaware?

The average residential electricity rate in Clayton is approximately 14.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $132 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Clayton?

Natural gas customers in Clayton pay an average of $88 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Clayton, Delaware?

Electricity in Clayton is distributed by Delmarva Power and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Clayton?

Clayton natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Clayton electricity rates compare to Delaware averages?

Clayton's electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Clayton?

To start electric service in Clayton, contact Delmarva Power and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. 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.

Clayton, Delaware Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Clayton, Delaware

Clayton is served by Delmarva Power and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Utilities covering Kent County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh — below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $132. Natural gas in Clayton is distributed by Chesapeake Utilities.

Compared to the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh/kWh, Clayton's electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh is 4.42¢ below the Delaware average. As Delaware is a deregulated market, Clayton residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Clayton

Delmarva Power
Delaware Electric Cooperative
City of Dover

Natural Gas Utility in Clayton

Chesapeake Utilities
Delmarva Power Gas

Clayton vs Delaware Energy Rates

Metric	Clayton	Delaware Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.96¢	19.38¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.43	$1.43	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$132	$136	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$88	$88	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Clayton Residents

As a Delaware city, Clayton residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Delaware LIHEAP
✅ Delaware Weatherization Assistance
✅ ENERGIZE Delaware
✅ Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility

Energy-Saving Tips for Clayton 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 Clayton, Delaware

The average residential electricity rate in Clayton is approximately 14.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $132 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Clayton pay an average of $88 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.
Electricity in Clayton is distributed by Delmarva Power and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Clayton natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Clayton's electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Clayton, contact Delmarva Power and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. 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.