What is the average electricity rate in Wilmington, Delaware?

The average residential electricity rate in Wilmington is approximately 14.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Wilmington?

Natural gas customers in Wilmington pay an average of $88 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Wilmington, Delaware?

Electricity in Wilmington is distributed by Delmarva Power and City of Newark. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Wilmington?

Wilmington 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 Wilmington electricity rates compare to Delaware averages?

Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Wilmington?

To start electric service in Wilmington, contact Delmarva Power and City of Newark. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington is served by Delmarva Power and City of Newark. Utilities covering New Castle County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.06¢/kWh — below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $126. Natural gas in Wilmington is distributed by Chesapeake Utilities.

Compared to the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh/kWh, Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/kWh is 5.20¢ below the Delaware average. As Delaware is a deregulated market, Wilmington residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Wilmington

Delmarva Power
City of Newark
Town of Middletown

Natural Gas Utility in Wilmington

Chesapeake Utilities
Delmarva Power Gas

Wilmington vs Delaware Energy Rates

Metric	Wilmington	Delaware Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.18¢	19.38¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.43	$1.43	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$140	$136	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$88	$88	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Wilmington Residents

As a Delaware city, Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington, Delaware

The average residential electricity rate in Wilmington is approximately 14.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Wilmington pay an average of $88 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.
Electricity in Wilmington is distributed by Delmarva Power and City of Newark. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Wilmington 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.
Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Wilmington, contact Delmarva Power and City of Newark. 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.