Compare Pottstown, PA electricity rates and plans (April 2025)

Best Pottstown, PA electricity rates

In the city of Pottstown, you can find electricity rates that range from 8.14 cents to 30.21 cents per kWh. The best electricity plans in Pottstown for you depend on how much power you use and when you use it. Comparing companies is the best way to find better rates. Below are some rates from popular electric companies in Pottstown.

Because Pennsylvania has a deregulated electricity market, Pottstown residents have the flexibility to shop around for a cheaper electricity bill. Many states don’t offer this choice. If you’re looking to reduce your energy bill, consider switching to a different provider or plan. Pottstown electricity providers offer different types of plans for residents and businesses to satisfy a range of needs.

Average cost of electricity in Pottstown, Pennsylvania

According to our data, the average electricity rate in Pottstown is 15.90 cents per kWh. This equates to an average residential bill of $122.77 per month. Our data also shows the average resident in Pottstown uses 772 kWh per month. Below, you can see how Pottstown's electricity rates compare to the averages in Pennsylvania and the United States.

Since the average price is 15.90 cents per kWh or $122.77 per month for residential electricity, prices lower than these can be considered affordable. Electricity rates in Pottstown, Pennsylvania depend on your home size and usage, so the kWh rate is more useful when comparing your rate to the average.

Best electricity plans

We've analyzed the prices, terms, and conditions of popular Pottstown electricity plans. Below are our picks for the best residential plans in the state.

Provider	Contract Term	Rate	Plan
	18 months	8.19¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	8.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	8.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.40¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	8.49¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	8.65¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	8.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	8.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.80¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	8.80¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.89¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	8.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	8.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	8.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	8.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.03¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.09¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.19¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.19¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.20¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.25¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	9.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	9.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	9.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	9.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	9.49¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.49¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.50¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.52¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	9.58¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	9.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.75¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.80¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.82¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.88¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	9.96¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	9.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	9.99¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.00¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	10.03¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.09¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.29¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.30¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.30¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.50¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	10.50¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	10.59¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.65¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.75¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	10.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	10.80¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	10.98¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	11.00¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	11.09¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	11.10¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	11.17¢/kWh	See Plan
	36 months	11.19¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	11.21¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	11.26¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	11.30¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	11.30¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	11.69¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	11.79¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	12.13¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	12.17¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	12.22¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	12.25¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	12.33¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	12.33¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	12.43¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	12.56¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	12.65¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	12.66¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	12.68¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	12.68¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	12.74¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	13.00¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	13.05¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	13.28¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	13.28¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	13.36¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	13.39¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	13.50¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	13.52¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	13.61¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	13.63¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	13.63¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	13.82¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	13.95¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	14.01¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	14.20¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	14.31¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	14.35¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	14.38¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	14.45¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	14.70¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	14.77¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	15.15¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	15.30¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	15.33¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	15.37¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	15.65¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	16.32¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	16.71¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	17.66¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	40.5¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	41.0¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	44.3¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	52.6¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	57.6¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	61.6¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	61.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	62.8¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	64.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	64.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	64.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	65.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	66.9¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	67.6¢/kWh	See Plan
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Compare Pottstown electricity providers

There are 60 electricity providers in Pottstown, PA. While some providers only serve specific areas, you have multiple options for electricity wherever you are. Different providers can offer different specials, plan types, and sales throughout the year. However, always read the fine print of the energy plans you consider to avoid hidden penalties.

Business electricity rates in Pottstown, PA

Commercial rates are typically cheaper than residential rates in Pottstown, Pennsylvania because businesses consume a lot of energy. This means they get a volume discount on electricity. Think about how much power a corner store might use to run HVAC, refrigeration, security systems, lighting, and computers. It adds up. Our data shows the average business in Pottstown pays 10.58 cents per kWh for electricity and has an average bill of $40,070 per month. They also use 3,786 kWh per month, which is a big increase from the residential average of 772 kWh.

Finding ways to reduce overhead costs is essential as a business owner. You have the opportunity to do that in a deregulated electricity market. Even reducing your electricity by one or two cents per kWh can make a huge difference when you have a high monthly bill. Compare commercial electricity rates to find the plan that makes the most sense for your business.

Best commercial electricity plans

Below are the top commercial electricity plans in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.

Provider	Contract Term	Rate	Plan
	3 months	6.351¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	6.385¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	6.581¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	6.762¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	6.849¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.007¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.112¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.130¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.172¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.177¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	7.233¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.245¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.258¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.268¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.271¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.288¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.304¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.323¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.337¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.340¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	7.342¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.345¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.363¢/kWh	See Plan
	30 months	7.385¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.385¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.395¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.407¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.411¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.435¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.437¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.449¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.458¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.468¢/kWh	See Plan
	30 months	7.469¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.479¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.486¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.502¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.526¢/kWh	See Plan
	16 months	7.529¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.545¢/kWh	See Plan
	17 months	7.560¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.574¢/kWh	See Plan
	15 months	7.578¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.581¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.599¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.604¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.609¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.614¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.615¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.622¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.629¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.646¢/kWh	See Plan
	14 months	7.649¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.651¢/kWh	See Plan
	11 months	7.653¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.655¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.661¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.661¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.665¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	7.666¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.685¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.693¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.693¢/kWh	See Plan
	13 months	7.693¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	7.694¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.694¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	7.701¢/kWh	See Plan
	10 months	7.705¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.724¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.725¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.728¢/kWh	See Plan
	3 months	7.732¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.735¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.749¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.757¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.758¢/kWh	See Plan
	9 months	7.773¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.780¢/kWh	See Plan
	4 months	7.782¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.783¢/kWh	See Plan
	23 months	7.795¢/kWh	See Plan
	22 months	7.799¢/kWh	See Plan
	28 months	7.814¢/kWh	See Plan
	2 months	7.815¢/kWh	See Plan
	6 months	7.818¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.818¢/kWh	See Plan
	21 months	7.826¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.830¢/kWh	See Plan
	27 months	7.837¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.838¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	7.843¢/kWh	See Plan
	29 months	7.843¢/kWh	See Plan
	12 months	7.846¢/kWh	See Plan
	5 months	7.847¢/kWh	See Plan
	1 months	7.850¢/kWh	See Plan
	20 months	7.863¢/kWh	See Plan
	18 months	7.866¢/kWh	See Plan
	26 months	7.866¢/kWh	See Plan
	25 months	7.874¢/kWh	See Plan
	24 months	7.878¢/kWh	See Plan
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How to switch your Pottstown electricity provider

Wondering how to make the switch to a new electricity supplier in Pottstown? The process is easy.

To switch suppliers:

• Compare rates using the Price to Compare (PTC) from your current utility
• Select a supplier and review their contract terms carefully
• Wait for the three-day Right of Rescission period
• Your new supplier will notify both your old supplier and your utility
• Expect verification by mail from your local utility

The switch typically takes effect within three business days after utility notification, though it can extend to eight weeks.

Best time to switch electric companies in Pottstown, Pennsylvania?

The best times to switch are during spring (late March to early May) and fall (late September to Halloween) when energy demand is lower.

To maximize your savings:

• Switch during moderate weather seasons when suppliers compete more aggressively for customers
• Avoid peak summer and winter months when energy prices typically surge
• Research rates using our comparison tools before making your decision

Pottstown's deregulated electricity market

Since Pennsylvania deregulated its electricity market in 1996, you've had the power to choose your electricity supplier rather than being limited to a single utility company. This change aimed to reduce rates that were 15% above the national average.

Here's how it works:

• Your local utility still delivers electricity and maintains power lines
• PJM Interconnection manages the wholesale market across 13 states
• You can select from multiple suppliers to find better rates
• The PA Public Utility Commission oversees the market and protects consumers

The system has proven successful, with nearly 30% of customers switching providers and saving on their energy bills.

Types of electricity plans in Pottstown, PA

Pottstown residents can choose from four distinct types of electricity plans, each offering unique advantages based on individual needs and preferences.

• Fixed Rate Plans lock in your supply rate for 6-36 months, providing predictable bills but may include early termination fees.
• Variable Rate Plans adjust monthly based on market conditions, offering flexibility without cancellation fees but higher risk during peak times.
• Renewable Energy Plans source power from solar, wind, and other sustainable sources, supporting environmental goals with potential premium charges.
• Unlimited Usage Plans charge a flat monthly rate regardless of consumption, though you'll still pay separate distribution fees from your utility company.

Compare Pottstown electricity rates

Compare Pottstown electricity rates to save money and avoid overpaying in the deregulated market. Bills can vary greatly, with rates between 8 to 30 cents per kWh across different providers and plan structures. Take the time to read the fine print and do the math to figure out which is your best option.

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