What is the average electricity rate in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Hills is approximately 21.33¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Forest Hills?

Natural gas customers in Forest Hills pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.35/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Forest Hills, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills?

Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Forest Hills's electricity rate of 21.33¢/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 Forest Hills?

To start electric service in Forest Hills, 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.

Forest Hills, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania

Electricity in Forest Hills, Pennsylvania (PA) is distributed by PECO at rates close to the Pennsylvania average of 21.55¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by PECO Gas. Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh/kWh, Forest Hills's electricity rate of 21.33¢/kWh is 0.22¢ below the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Forest Hills residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Forest Hills

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

Natural Gas Utility in Forest Hills

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

Forest Hills vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Forest Hills	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.33¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.35	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$133	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$101	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Forest Hills Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Hills is approximately 21.33¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Forest Hills pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.35/therm per therm.
Electricity in Forest Hills is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Forest Hills 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.
Forest Hills's electricity rate of 21.33¢/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 Forest Hills, 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.