What is the average electricity rate in Friendly, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Friendly 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 Friendly?

Natural gas customers in Friendly pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.51/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Friendly, Maryland?

Electricity in Friendly 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 Friendly?

Friendly 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 Friendly electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Friendly'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 Friendly?

To start electric service in Friendly, 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.

Friendly, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Friendly, Maryland

Friendly residents in Maryland receive electric service through BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) and natural gas distribution from BGE. Maryland's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Friendly households.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Friendly's electricity rate of 21.99¢/kWh is 0.22¢ above the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Friendly residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Friendly

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

Natural Gas Utility in Friendly

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Friendly vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Friendly	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.99¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.51	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$160	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$92	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Friendly Residents

As a Maryland city, Friendly 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 Friendly 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 Friendly, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Friendly is approximately 21.99¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $160 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Friendly pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.51/therm per therm.
Electricity in Friendly 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.
Friendly natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Friendly'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 Friendly, 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.