What is the average electricity rate in Smith Island, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Smith Island is approximately 20.68¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $150 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Smith Island?

Natural gas customers in Smith Island pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.51/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Smith Island, Maryland?

Electricity in Smith Island 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 Smith Island?

Smith Island 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 Smith Island electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Smith Island's electricity rate of 20.68¢/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 Smith Island?

To start electric service in Smith Island, 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.

Smith Island, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Smith Island, Maryland

Smith Island, Maryland is served by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) for electricity and BGE for natural gas. Rates in Smith Island 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, Smith Island's electricity rate of 20.68¢/kWh is 1.09¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Smith Island residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Smith Island

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

Natural Gas Utility in Smith Island

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Smith Island vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Smith Island	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.68¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.51	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$150	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$92	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Smith Island Residents

As a Maryland city, Smith Island 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 Smith Island 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 Smith Island, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Smith Island is approximately 20.68¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $150 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Smith Island pay an average of $92 per month. The rate is approximately $1.51/therm per therm.
Electricity in Smith Island 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.
Smith Island natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Smith Island's electricity rate of 20.68¢/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 Smith Island, 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.