About Potomac Edison
Potomac Edison is an electric utility company that serves more than 400,000 energy customers in Maryland and West Virginia. The company’s roots date back to 1922, but today it’s part of the FirstEnergy group of companies, which was created through a merger in 1997.
Potomac Edison price to compare
If you’re a Potomac Edison customer living in a deregulated city, you’re free to choose your own energy provider. However, if you choose not to pick your own, you’ll receive your power from the utility company at what’s known as its “price to compare.”
As of October 1, 2024, Potomac Edison’s price to compare is 9.698 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh). When shopping for electricity plans, you can use the price to compare as a benchmark to see how different electric providers’ rates stack up to the Potomac Edison rates.
Potomac Edison electricity rates
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate* |
|---|---|---|
| Constellation - 6 Month Home Power Plan | 6 months | $0.090/ kWh |
| Direct Energy - Live Brighter 12 | 12 months | $0.098/ kWh |
| Constellation - 12 Month Home Power Plan | 12 months | $0.101/ kWh |
| Direct Energy - Live Brighter 18 | 18 months | $0.103/ kWh |
| Constellation - 12 Month Green Electricity Plan | 12 months | $0.105/ kWh |
| Direct Energy - Live Brighter 20 | 20 months | $0.105/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 12 Month Fixed Rate | 12 months | $0.109/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 6 Month Standard Fixed Rate | 6 months | $0.113/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 10 Month Standard Fixed Rate | 10 months | $0.124/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 12 Month Standard Fixed Rate | 12 months | $0.125/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 24 Month Standard Fixed Rate | 24 months | $0.127/ kWh |
| Public Power - Electric 18 Month Standard Fixed Rate | 18 months | $0.130/ kWh |
| CleanChoice Energy - Clean View - 24 Month | 24 months | $0.159/ kWh |
Please note: All rates above are accurate as of 11/14/2024, 3:55:05 PM CST for ZIP Code 21710. Rates may have changed since this date/time. For the most up to date rates in your area, please enter your zip code above.
*All pricing shown in cents per kWh
How to get a cheaper Potomac Edison electric rate
Choose Energy makes it easy for Potomac Edison customers to explore their options and switch energy providers. Here’s how to use our marketplace to explore today’s best Potomac Edison electricity rates:
- Provide your ZIP code. Enter your ZIP code on our website to find Potomac Edison plans from providers in your area.
- Browse plans. Use our filter to narrow your search and sort the results to find the right plans for your needs.
- Sign up in minutes. Once you’ve found a plan you like, you can sign up online or by calling the number on your screen. Your new provider will take care of the transfer process without any service interruptions.
Potomac Edison service area
Potomac Edison provides electricity to more than 400,000 consumers in Maryland and West Virginia. Its service area includes a number of cities in Western Maryland, including Frederick and Hagerstown. It also operates in parts of Montgomery and Howard Counties. In addition, Potomac Edison’s territory includes several counties in northeast West Virginia, such as Berkeley, Hardy, and Hampshire Counties.
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Potomac Edison for businesses
In deregulated states, business owners are also able to shop around to find an energy plan that fits their company’s budget and needs. To learn more about your commercial electricity options, fill out our commercial business form, or reach out to the Choose Energy team by calling the number on your screen.
Difference between Potomac Edison and an electricity supplier
If you live in a deregulated area, it’s important to understand the difference between a utility company and an energy provider. Utilities — like Potomac Edison — deliver electricity to consumers, maintain electrical infrastructure, and handle power outages. Be sure to contact your utility company (not your electric company) if your lights go out. Your utility is also determined by where you live and cannot be chosen.
Electricity providers, on the other hand, sell power to energy customers. In deregulated energy markets, consumers can select a plan from one of the many light companies that service their area.
Electric providers available in Potomac Edison service area
You’ll find plenty of energy providers operating in the deregulated part of Potomac Edison’s service area. Some of these companies include:
- CleanChoice Energy
- Constellation Energy
- Direct Energy
- Public Power
Contact Potomac Edison
If you want to report a power outage, inquire about rates, or ask about your most recent electricity bill, here’s how to contact Potomac Edison:
- Log in to your Potomac Edison account to review or pay your bill
- Call 1-888-544-4877 to report an outage
- Send an email to the company
- Call 1-800-686-0011 for other customer service questions
FAQs about Potomac Edison
Do Potomac Edison electric providers offer fixed rates?
Yes, many of the electricity providers in Potomac Edison’s service area sell fixed-rate plans. In Frederick, for example, you’ll find fixed-rate options from companies like Constellation Energy and Direct Energy.
Is Potomac Edison the only electric company in Maryland?
No. Potomac Edison is one of several electric utility companies in Maryland. Its service area covers the western part of the state, while other Maryland utility companies — like Delmarva Power & Light and Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE) — operate in other areas within the state.
Who is the best Potomac Edison energy supplier?
There are many trusted energy providers operating in Potomac Edison’s territory, but there isn’t a particular provider that’s best for everybody. To figure out which company is right for you, consider what’s most important to you — whether that’s cheap rates, green energy options, or no-deposit plans.