About Penn Power
Penn Power is a Pennsylvania utility company providing electricity to more than 160,000 customers. It is one of several FirstEnergy companies operating in major Pennsylvania cities like Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania’s energy market is deregulated, allowing residents and businesses to choose their electric suppliers. If you live in Penn Power’s service area, you can purchase electricity directly from the utility or sign up for a plan with an alternate electric provider.
Penn Power price to compare
Penn Power’s current price to compare (PTC) is 10.387 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for residential customers, effective June 1, 2024. You can use the PTC as a benchmark when comparing electricity prices from different energy suppliers.
Currently on the Choose Energy marketplace, there are electricity rates as low as 9.09 cents per kWh in Penn Power’s service territory. Enter your ZIP code to compare Penn Power’s PTC to rates from other energy suppliers.
Penn Power electricity rates from top suppliers
| Plan | Rate |
|---|---|
| Public Power Electric 12 Month Fixed Rate | 9.09 ¢/kWh |
| Constellation Energy 9 Month Home Power Plan | 9.99 ¢/kWh |
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor 8 | 10.19 ¢/kWh |
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor 10 | 10.19 ¢/kWh |
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 9 | 10.29 ¢/kWh |
The rates displayed in this table are for the 1,000 kWh usage tier and are accurate at the time of writing.
How to get a cheaper Penn Power electric rate
Deregulation opens the Pennsylvania energy market up to competition between suppliers. If you live in Penn Power’s service area, you can use the free Choose Energy marketplace to compare Penn Power electric rates with energy prices and plans from other suppliers. Here’s how the process works.
- Enter your ZIP code and select your utility. We’ll show you current electricity rates and plans from top-tier energy companies in your area.
- Compare rates and plans. Filter for what matters most to you, including providers, contract length, rate type, and more.
- Sign up for your new plan. Once you’ve found an energy rate and plan that works for your home, we can guide you through the signup process quickly and easily. After your enrollment is complete, your new supplier will set up your service.
Penn Power service areas
Penn Power’s service territory covers seven counties, including Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Crawford, Lawrence, Mercer, and Venango.
Difference between a utility company and an energy provider
In deregulated areas of Pennsylvania, residents and business owners can choose their energy supplier from a pool of available companies. Pennsylvania customers can sign up for a plan with the local utility company or choose an alternate supplier. Your energy supplier sells electricity and handles everything related to billing.
Your utility company can act as your energy supplier, but it also has additional responsibilities. Penn Power maintains electrical infrastructure, delivers electricity to your home or business, and responds to power outages. If you experience a power outage, contact Penn Power to report it or receive updates on when service will be restored.
Electric providers available in Penn Power service area
There are a variety of qualified energy providers operating in Penn Power’s service area. Enter your ZIP code to explore electricity rates and plans from top energy suppliers, including:
Contact Penn Power
Contact your utility company if you experience a power outage or need to report a downed power line. You can reach Penn Power using one of the following methods:
- Call 1-800-720-3600
- Fill out the online contact form
- To report a power outage, call 1-888-544-4877, text “OUT” to 544487, or visit Penn Power’s online outage portal.
FAQs about Penn Power
Do Penn Power electric providers offer fixed rates?
Yes, many energy suppliers in Penn Power’s service area offer fixed-rate electricity plans. Currently on the Choose Energy marketplace, you can find fixed-rate options from Public Power, Constellation Energy, Energy Harbor, Direct Energy, and other suppliers.
How much does Penn Power charge per kWh?
Penn Power electricity rates depend on your plan, usage, and other factors. At the time of writing, the current Penn Power price to compare is 10.387 cents per kWh.
Is Penn Power the only electric company in Pennsylvania?
No, there are several utilities and electric companies operating in Pennsylvania. Your utility company is based on where you live, so you can’t switch utilities. However, you can choose which electric company supplies electricity to your home or business. Enter your ZIP code on this page to explore current rates from Pennsylvania electricity suppliers.
How can I lower my Penn Power energy bill?
Reducing your electricity usage is the most straightforward way to lower your energy bill. The less energy you use in a billing period, the less your provide will charge. You can lower your energy usage by investing in energy-efficient appliances, turning off lights in unused rooms, and monitoring your air conditioning costs. You may also be able to lower your energy bill by switching to an electricity plan with a lower rate or better terms.