What is the average electricity rate in Gaithersburg, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Gaithersburg is approximately 14.76¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $125 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Gaithersburg?

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

Which electric company serves Gaithersburg, Maryland?

Electricity in Gaithersburg is distributed by Baltimore Gas & Electric Co and Potomac Electric Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Gaithersburg?

Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Gaithersburg's electricity rate of 14.76¢/kWh is below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Gaithersburg?

To start electric service in Gaithersburg, contact Baltimore Gas & Electric Co and Potomac Electric Power Co. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Gaithersburg, Maryland

Gaithersburg is served by Baltimore Gas & Electric Co and Potomac Electric Power Co. Utilities covering Montgomery County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.76¢/kWh — below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $125. Natural gas in Gaithersburg is distributed by BGE.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Gaithersburg's electricity rate of 14.76¢/kWh is 7.01¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Gaithersburg residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Gaithersburg

Baltimore Gas & Electric Co
Potomac Electric Power Co
The Potomac Edison Company

Natural Gas Utility in Gaithersburg

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)

Gaithersburg vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Gaithersburg	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.76¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$125	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Gaithersburg Residents

As a Maryland city, Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Gaithersburg is approximately 14.76¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $125 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Gaithersburg pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Gaithersburg is distributed by Baltimore Gas & Electric Co and Potomac Electric Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Gaithersburg natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Gaithersburg's electricity rate of 14.76¢/kWh is below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Gaithersburg, contact Baltimore Gas & Electric Co and Potomac Electric Power Co. 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.