What is the average electricity rate in Old Forge, Pennsylvania?

The average residential electricity rate in Old Forge is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Old Forge?

Natural gas customers in Old Forge pay an average of $100 per month. The rate is approximately $1.34/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Old Forge, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in Old Forge 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 Old Forge?

Old Forge 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 Old Forge electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

Old Forge's electricity rate of 20.90¢/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 Old Forge?

To start electric service in Old Forge, 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.

Old Forge, Pennsylvania Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Old Forge, Pennsylvania

Old Forge is a community in Pennsylvania served by PECO for electric and PECO Gas for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Pennsylvania's statewide energy market and the region's cold winters, humid summers climate.

Compared to the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh/kWh, Old Forge's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is 0.65¢ below the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, Old Forge residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Old Forge

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

Natural Gas Utility in Old Forge

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

Old Forge vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	Old Forge	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.90¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.34	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$130	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$100	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Old Forge Residents

As a Pennsylvania city, Old Forge 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 Old Forge 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 Old Forge, Pennsylvania

The average residential electricity rate in Old Forge is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Old Forge pay an average of $100 per month. The rate is approximately $1.34/therm per therm.
Electricity in Old Forge is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Old Forge 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.
Old Forge's electricity rate of 20.90¢/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 Old Forge, 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.