What is the average electricity rate in Riderwood, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Riderwood is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Riderwood?

Natural gas customers in Riderwood pay an average of $90 per month. The rate is approximately $1.48/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Riderwood, Maryland?

Electricity in Riderwood 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 Riderwood?

Riderwood 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 Riderwood electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Riderwood's electricity rate of 20.90¢/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 Riderwood?

To start electric service in Riderwood, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Riderwood, Maryland

In Riderwood, Maryland, BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) handles electricity distribution and BGE manages natural gas service. Maryland residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Maryland state average of 21.77¢/kWh/kWh, Riderwood's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is 0.87¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Riderwood residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Riderwood

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

Natural Gas Utility in Riderwood

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Riderwood vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Riderwood	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.90¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.48	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$152	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$90	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Riderwood Residents

As a Maryland city, Riderwood 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 Riderwood 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 Riderwood, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Riderwood is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Riderwood pay an average of $90 per month. The rate is approximately $1.48/therm per therm.
Electricity in Riderwood 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.
Riderwood natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Riderwood's electricity rate of 20.90¢/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 Riderwood, 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.