⚡ Electricity bill in Washington, DC (2027)

Estimated average: $106/month at 16¢/kWh — -23% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near Washington, District of Columbia
Residential electricity in Washington is billed at District of Columbia's rate of 16¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 671,803 residents, Washington is a major metro and the largest city in District of Columbia. Households here pay District of Columbia's residential rate of 16¢/kWh; the typical bill of $106/month reflects local usage of around 662 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Washington, and compare it with other District of Columbia cities.

$106
Est. bill in Washington
per month
16¢
Price per kWh
$115
District of Columbia average
671,803
Population

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Washington electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in Washington, DC?

Electricity in Washington costs about 16¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~662 kWh/month spends around $106 — that's -23% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in Washington?

At 16¢/kWh, electricity in Washington is cheaper than most of the U.S.. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in Washington, DC?

About $106 per month at 16¢/kWh — -23% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in Washington?

Washington shares District of Columbia's electricity price (16¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 662 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in Washington?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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