Average Electric Bill in Maryland
The typical Maryland household pays $189.69 a month for electricity. See the numbers by home size, compare with the US average, and estimate your own bill.
$189.69
886 kWh × 0.21 $/kWh (EIA, Jul 2026)
Residential rate
$0.21
per kWh
vs US average bill
+17%
more expensive
Bill rank
#15
of 51 (1 = highest)
Average bill by home size in Maryland
Same Maryland rate, different home sizes. Typical usage figures are national estimates — open a size to see the full breakdown.
Maryland electricity bill calculator
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$138.46
600 kWh · ≈ $4.55/day
Per day
$4.55
Per year
$1,661.52
7,200 kWh/yr
Cost breakdown
- Energy93%
- Fixed charge7%
Estimate only. Check your official utility bill for exact charges.
About electricity bills in Maryland
What the average includes
The average above is energy cost only: typical household usage × Maryland's average residential rate from the EIA. Utilities also add a fixed monthly service charge and, in some areas, tax — expect real bills to run $10–$25 higher.
Lowering your bill
The fastest wins are heating, cooling, and water heating — usually half the bill combined. Use the savings planner to size up LED, thermostat, and appliance changes before spending money.
Average electric bills in Maryland: common questions
The average Maryland household pays about $189.69 a month, based on typical usage of 886 kWh at the state average residential rate of 0.21 $/kWh (EIA, Jul 2026). Larger homes and heavy AC or heating use push bills above this figure.