What is the average electricity rate in New Castle, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in New Castle is approximately 21.12¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in New Castle?

Natural gas customers in New Castle pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $1.31/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves New Castle, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in New Castle 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 New Castle?

New Castle 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 New Castle electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

New Castle's electricity rate of 21.12¢/kWh is below the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in New Castle?

To start electric service in New Castle, 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.

New Castle, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in New Castle, Pennsylvania

New Castle, Pennsylvania is served by PECO for electricity and PECO Gas for natural gas. Rates in New Castle are comparable to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh/kWh, New Castle's electricity rate of 21.12¢/kWh is 0.43¢ below the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, New Castle residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in New Castle

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

Natural Gas Utility in New Castle

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

New Castle vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	New Castle	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.12¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.31	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$131	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$98	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for New Castle Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, New Castle 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 New Castle 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 New Castle, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in New Castle is approximately 21.12¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in New Castle pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $1.31/therm per therm.
Electricity in New Castle is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
New Castle 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.
New Castle's electricity rate of 21.12¢/kWh is below the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in New Castle, 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.