What is the average electricity rate in Velvet Valley, Maryland?

The average residential electricity rate in Velvet Valley 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 Velvet Valley?

Natural gas customers in Velvet Valley pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Velvet Valley, Maryland?

Electricity in Velvet Valley 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 Velvet Valley?

Velvet Valley 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 Velvet Valley electricity rates compare to Maryland averages?

Velvet Valley'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 Velvet Valley?

To start electric service in Velvet Valley, 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.

Velvet Valley, Maryland Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Velvet Valley, Maryland

Velvet Valley, Maryland is served by BGE (Baltimore Gas & Electric, Exelon) for electricity and BGE for natural gas. Rates in Velvet Valley 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, Velvet Valley's electricity rate of 20.90¢/kWh is 0.87¢ below the Maryland average. As Maryland is a deregulated market, Velvet Valley residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Velvet Valley

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

Natural Gas Utility in Velvet Valley

BGE
Washington Gas (AltaGas)
Chesapeake Utilities

Velvet Valley vs Maryland Energy Rates

Metric	Velvet Valley	Maryland Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.90¢	21.77¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.59	$1.56	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$152	$158	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$97	$95	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Velvet Valley Residents

As a Maryland city, Velvet Valley 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 Velvet Valley 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 Velvet Valley, Maryland

The average residential electricity rate in Velvet Valley is approximately 20.90¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Velvet Valley pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.
Electricity in Velvet Valley 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.
Velvet Valley natural gas service is provided by BGE and Washington Gas (AltaGas). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Velvet Valley'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 Velvet Valley, 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.