What is the average electricity rate in East New Market, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in East New Market is approximately 21.99¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in East New Market?

Natural gas customers in East New Market pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves East New Market, Maryland?

Electricity in East New Market 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 East New Market?

East New Market 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 East New Market electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

East New Market's electricity rate of 21.99¢/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 East New Market?

To start electric service in East New Market, 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.

East New Market, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in East New Market, Maryland

In East New Market, 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, East New Market's electricity rate of 21.99¢/kWh is 0.22¢ above the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, East New Market residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in East New Market

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

Natural Gas Utility in East New Market

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

East New Market vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	East New Market	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.99¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.59	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$160	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$97	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for East New Market Residents

As a Maryland city, East New Market 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 East New Market 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 East New Market, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in East New Market is approximately 21.99¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in East New Market pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.
Electricity in East New Market 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.
East New Market natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
East New Market's electricity rate of 21.99¢/kWh is above the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in East New Market, 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.