Average Electric Bill in Maryland (2026)
The average residential electric bill in Maryland is $165.87 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 17% above the U.S. average, #5 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 929 kWh used per month at Maryland's rate of 17.9¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$165.87
#5 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
929 kWh
per residential customer
17.9¢/kWh
17% above the U.S. average
Average electric bill in Maryland by home size
Estimated at Maryland's 17.9¢/kWh rate. Typical use is a rough guide — your actual kWh varies with climate, heating type, and habits.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 500 kWh | $89.30 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 750 kWh | $133.95 |
| Small house | 900 kWh | $160.74 |
| Large house | 1,400 kWh | $250.04 |
| Maryland average | 929 kWh | $165.87 |
Estimate your Maryland electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.