Residents of Bensalem PA can participate in electricity choice. That means you can choose to buy your electricity from the local utility company at a variable rate, or you can select a fixed rate plan from an alternative supplier.
Here at ElectricityPlans, we help you find the best electric rates for your home or business. Our tools let you compare rates from providers, search by the type of electricity plan and find the best rate for you.
Bensalem Electricity Company
There are two types of electric companies that serve Bensalem. One it the electric utility, the other is electric suppliers.
The electric utility company, or electric distribution company, in Bensalem is PECO. PECO maintains the poles and wires, responds in an emergency and issues your bill.
You can buy your electricity supply from them, or you can shop electricity from any of the licensed electricity generation suppliers.
Electricity generation suppliers in PA offer the benefit of a fixed rate for your electricity, something you can’t get from the utility company.
Below you can see the current PECO Energy rate, and compare that to offers from competitive suppliers. Keep in mind that the PECO rates change every quarter. Look for rates that are the same as or below the price to compare and lock in price certainty.
Current Electric Rates in Bensalem
| PECO Energy’s residential Price to Compare for the generation supply portion of your bill is 9.273¢/kWh from December 1, 2024 – February 28, 2025. Compare that to the supplier rates below. | ||||
| Plan Name | Term | Rate/kWh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Power 12 Month Fixed with Monthly Fee | 12 | 7.19 ¢ | ||
| Constellation 6 Month Home Power Plan | 6 | 8.49 ¢ | ||
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 6 | 6 | 8.79 ¢ | ||
| Public Power 6 Month Fixed | 6 | 8.89 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 8 | 8 | 9.09 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 12 | 12 | 9.19 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy Sure Lock 12 | 12 | 9.19 ¢ | ||
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 12 | 12 | 9.79 ¢ | ||
| Public Power 12 Month Fixed | 12 | 9.89 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy Simple Clean 12 | 12 | 9.89 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy Rescue Lock 12 | 12 | 10.09 ¢ | ||
| Constellation 12 Month Home Power Plan | 12 | 10.29 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 18 | 18 | 10.39 ¢ | ||
| Constellation 12 Month Green Home Power Plan | 12 | 10.69 ¢ | ||
Philadelphia Electricity Rates by Zip
What is the Best Electric Supplier in Philadelphia?
The truth is, there is no one best electricity provider in Philadelphia.
But you should consider what’s important to you when shopping for electricity. Your only interaction with the supplier is the line item on your bill. So what matters are the details of the electricity plan and rate they offer.
Make sure you pay attention to these elements.
Rate per kWh. What is the price you are paying per unit of power used?
Early Termination Fee. If you change your mind or find a better deal, what will it cost you to switch?
Monthly Fee. Those little fees add up. You’re paying for the electricity per kilowatt hour, and paying delivery and transmission fees. Why pay more each month?
Contract Term. Contract terms can vary from 12 to 36 months. If prices are low and you think the utility rate will continue to increase, look for a longer term plan with a low or no early termination fee. That way you get a low rate and can switch away at if rates drop.
How to Find the Cheapest Electric Rate in Philadelphia
The best electricity rate in Philadelphia usually means the cheapest. Here’s our guide to how to shop for the cheapest electricity rates in Philadelphia.
Time needed: 10 minutes
How to find cheapest electricity rates in Philadelphia
- Search electricity rates by zip code.
Electricity prices vary by utility. In Philadelphia, your utility is likely PECO.
- Select type of electricity plan.
There are four types of electricity plans in Philadelphia: Fixed, Variable, Flat Rate (Unlimited) and Renewable Energy. We recommend Fixed Rate or Renewable Energy electricity plans. Variable rates are risky since they fluctuate with market conditions. And Flat Rate plans often leave you over-paying in some seasons.
- Sort by price, low to high.
Sort fixed rate and renewable energy plans by price, low to high, to put the cheapest electricity plans on top.
- Review the fine print.
Every electricity plan has the details you need to review. We summarize things like monthly fee, early termination fee, contract term and rate in an easy format.
- Enroll with your new electricity supplier.
Once you’ve selected an electricity plan, enroll with your new supplier. The utility will take care of switching your service. Your new electricity rate will take effect in one to two billing cycles.
TIP: You will need the account number from your bill to enroll with a supplier. Moving and need to set up electricity in Bensalem? Call your utility company first to set up service. PECO’s customer service phone number is 1-800-494-4000. Then enroll with a supplier to lock in a fixed rate plan.
Bensalem Electricity Shopping FAQs
According to EIA.gov, the average monthly electricity usage in Bensalem is 866 kWh, and annual usage is 10,402 kWh annually. Your electricity usage will vary by the size and age of your home, your personal usage habits and the number of people living in your home.
The average monthly electric bill in Bensalem is $152. This is based on the typical monthly consumption of 866 kWh and the average kWh price of 17.57 cents. (Source: EIA.gov August 2024)
