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

The average residential electricity rate in South New Castle is approximately 22.41¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $139 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in South New Castle?

Natural gas customers in South New Castle pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.27/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves South New Castle, Pennsylvania?

Electricity in South 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 South New Castle?

South 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 South New Castle electricity rates compare to Pennsylvania averages?

South New Castle's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

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

To start electric service in South 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in South New Castle, Pennsylvania

South New Castle 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, South New Castle's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is 0.86¢ above the Pennsylvania average. As Pennsylvania is a deregulated market, South New Castle residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in South New Castle

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

Natural Gas Utility in South New Castle

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

South New Castle vs Pennsylvania Energy Rates

Metric	South New Castle	Pennsylvania Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.41¢	21.55¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.27	$1.31	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$139	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for South New Castle Residents

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

The average residential electricity rate in South New Castle is approximately 22.41¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $139 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in South New Castle pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.27/therm per therm.
Electricity in South New Castle is distributed by PECO and PPL Electric. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
South 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.
South New Castle's electricity rate of 22.41¢/kWh is above the Pennsylvania state average of 21.55¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in South 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.