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Electricity Rate in Delaware (2026): 19.38c/kWh Average

The EIA residential electricity price in Delaware is 19.38 cents per kWh as of May 2026, 0.94c above the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The Delaware commercial rate is 13.39c/kWh and the industrial rate is 10.69c/kWh (EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A).

Residential Rate
19.38¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
+5%
0.94c above
Avg Monthly Bill
$159
929 kWh
Provider Choice
Yes
Can switch suppliers

Delaware Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

Delaware electricity averages 19.38 cents per kWh for residential customers as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 0.94c above the US average of 18.44c/kWh. The average monthly bill for Delaware households is $159 based on typical usage of 929 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 70%, renewables 15%, nuclear 15%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: Delaware rates rose 6.9% year-over-year as of May 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 6.2% over the same period.

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Your Delaware Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (929 kWh x 19.38c)$180.04
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$190.04
Delaware Rate by Sector - May 2026
Residential (US 18.44c)19.38c
Commercial (US 13.54c)13.39c
Industrial (US 8.71c)10.69c
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A.
Dominant Utility
Delmarva Power
Adjacent States
Maryland21.77c
New Jersey23.27c
Pennsylvania21.55c
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Delaware Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in Delaware in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in Delaware is 19.38 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 0.94c above the US average of 18.44c/kWh (+5%). The average monthly electricity bill in Delaware is approximately $159 based on 929 kWh typical monthly usage.
What is the commercial electricity rate in Delaware?+
The average commercial electricity rate in Delaware is 13.39 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A). That compares with the US commercial average of 13.54c/kWh. Commercial rates apply to businesses, offices, schools, and retail. They are usually lower per kWh than residential rates, but a commercial bill can still be much larger because of higher volume and demand charges.
What is the industrial electricity rate in Delaware?+
The average industrial electricity rate in Delaware is 10.69 cents per kWh as of May 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly (Table 5.6.A), versus a US industrial average of 8.71c/kWh. Industrial customers such as factories, manufacturers, and large facilities pay the lowest per-kWh price of the three EIA sectors because they buy power at high volume, often at higher voltage, under demand-based rate structures.
Can I switch electricity providers in Delaware?+
Yes - Delaware is a deregulated state. Delaware Public Service Commission - competitive supply available The local utility (Delmarva Power) still delivers the electricity; only the generation/supply charge is competitive.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in Delaware?+
The average Delaware household uses approximately 929 kWh per month. At 19.38c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $159. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in Delaware?+
Delaware's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 70%, renewables 15%, nuclear 15%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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