What is the average electricity rate in Little Orleans, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Little Orleans is approximately 22.21¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Little Orleans?

Natural gas customers in Little Orleans pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.53/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Little Orleans, Maryland?

Electricity in Little Orleans 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 Little Orleans?

Little Orleans 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 Little Orleans electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Little Orleans's electricity rate of 22.21¢/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 Little Orleans?

To start electric service in Little Orleans, 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.

Little Orleans, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Little Orleans, Maryland

Little Orleans, Maryland is served by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) for electricity and BGE for natural gas. Rates in Little Orleans are comparable to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Little Orleans's electricity rate of 22.21¢/kWh is 0.44¢ above the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Little Orleans residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Little Orleans

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

Natural Gas Utility in Little Orleans

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Little Orleans vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Little Orleans	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.21¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.53	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$161	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$93	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Little Orleans Residents

As a Maryland city, Little Orleans 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 Little Orleans 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 Little Orleans, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Little Orleans is approximately 22.21¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Little Orleans pay an average of $93 per month. The rate is approximately $1.53/therm per therm.
Electricity in Little Orleans 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.
Little Orleans natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Little Orleans's electricity rate of 22.21¢/kWh is above the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Little Orleans, 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.