What is the average electricity rate in Hagerstown, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Hagerstown is approximately 11.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $115 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hagerstown?

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

Which electric company serves Hagerstown, Maryland?

Electricity in Hagerstown is distributed by The Potomac Edison Company and Hagerstown Light Department. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Hagerstown?

Hagerstown 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 Hagerstown electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Hagerstown's electricity rate of 11.01¢/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 Hagerstown?

To start electric service in Hagerstown, contact The Potomac Edison Company and Hagerstown Light Department. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Hagerstown, Maryland

Hagerstown is served by The Potomac Edison Company and Hagerstown Light Department. Utilities covering Washington County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.01¢/kWh — below the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $115. Natural gas in Hagerstown is distributed by BGE.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Hagerstown's electricity rate of 11.01¢/kWh is 10.76¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Hagerstown residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Hagerstown

The Potomac Edison Company
Hagerstown Light Department

Natural Gas Utility in Hagerstown

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)

Hagerstown vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Hagerstown	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.01¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$115	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Hagerstown Residents

As a Maryland city, Hagerstown 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 Hagerstown 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 Hagerstown, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Hagerstown is approximately 11.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $115 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hagerstown pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hagerstown is distributed by The Potomac Edison Company and Hagerstown Light Department. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Hagerstown natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Hagerstown's electricity rate of 11.01¢/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 Hagerstown, contact The Potomac Edison Company and Hagerstown Light Department. 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.