What is the average electricity rate in Deal Island, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Deal Island is approximately 22.21¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Deal Island?

Natural gas customers in Deal Island pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Deal Island, Maryland?

Electricity in Deal Island 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 Deal Island?

Deal Island 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 Deal Island electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Deal Island's electricity rate of 22.21¢/kWh is above the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Deal Island?

To start electric service in Deal Island, 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.

Deal Island, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Deal Island, Maryland

In Deal Island, Maryland, BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) handles electricity distribution and BGE manages natural gas service. Maryland residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Deal Island's electricity rate of 22.21¢/kWh is 0.44¢ above the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Deal Island residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Deal Island

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

Natural Gas Utility in Deal Island

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Deal Island vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Deal Island	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.21¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$161	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Deal Island Residents

As a Maryland city, Deal Island 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 Deal Island 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 Deal Island, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Deal Island is approximately 22.21¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Deal Island pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Deal Island 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.
Deal Island natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Deal Island's electricity rate of 22.21¢/kWh is above the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Deal Island, 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.