What is the average electricity rate in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Jenkintown is approximately 22.41¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $139 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Jenkintown?

Natural gas customers in Jenkintown pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $1.26/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Jenkintown, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Jenkintown 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 Jenkintown?

Jenkintown 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 Jenkintown electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Jenkintown's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Jenkintown?

To start electric service in Jenkintown, 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.

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

In Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, PECO handles electricity distribution and PECO Gas manages natural gas service. Pennsylvania residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh/kWh, Jenkintown's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is 0.86¢ above the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Jenkintown residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Jenkintown

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

Natural Gas Utility in Jenkintown

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

Jenkintown vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Jenkintown	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.41¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.26	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$139	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$94	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Jenkintown Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Jenkintown 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 Jenkintown 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 Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Jenkintown is approximately 22.41¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $139 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Jenkintown pay an average of $94 per month. The rate is approximately $1.26/therm per therm.
Electricity in Jenkintown is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Jenkintown 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.
Jenkintown's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Jenkintown, 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.