What is the average electricity rate in Townsend, Delaware?

The average residential electricity rate in Townsend is approximately 19.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Townsend?

Natural gas customers in Townsend pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.44/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Townsend, Delaware?

Electricity in Townsend is distributed by Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Townsend?

Townsend natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Townsend electricity rates compare to Delaware averages?

Townsend's electricity rate of 19.96¢/kWh is above the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Townsend?

To start electric service in Townsend, contact Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. 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.

Townsend, Delaware Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Townsend, Delaware

In Townsend, Delaware, Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) handles electricity distribution and Chesapeake Utilities manages natural gas service. Delaware residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh/kWh, Townsend's electricity rate of 19.96¢/kWh is 0.58¢ above the Delaware average. As Delaware is a deregulated market, Townsend residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Townsend

Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings)
Delaware Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Townsend

Chesapeake Utilities
Delmarva Power Gas

Townsend vs Delaware Energy Rates

Metric	Townsend	Delaware Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	19.96¢	19.38¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.44	$1.43	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$140	$136	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$89	$88	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Townsend Residents

As a Delaware city, Townsend residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Delaware LIHEAP
✅ Delaware Weatherization Assistance
✅ ENERGIZE Delaware
✅ Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility

Energy-Saving Tips for Townsend 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 Townsend, Delaware

The average residential electricity rate in Townsend is approximately 19.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Townsend pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.44/therm per therm.
Electricity in Townsend is distributed by Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Townsend natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Townsend's electricity rate of 19.96¢/kWh is above the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Townsend, contact Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. 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.