Volt Butler
Central Pennsylvania

Centre County Electricity Rates

John Spencer, founder of Volt Butler

Written by John Spencer · Updated June 2026

Compare electricity suppliers across Centre County's 2 cities and townships.

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Population

162,385

Households

60,000

Land Area

1,109 sq mi

County Seat

Bellefonte

How Electricity Choice Works in Centre County

Your utility and your supplier are different.

In Pennsylvania's deregulated electricity market, the company that delivers power to your home is separate from the company that sells you the electricity itself. In Centre County, Penelecis the distribution utility for every customer — but you have the legal right to choose your supplier from over 100 licensed competitors. Switching suppliers doesn't change Penelec's service, your wires, or your reliability — only the generation portion of your bill changes.

Distribution Utility
Penelec logo

Penelec

Delivers electricity to your home. Maintains the wires, meters, and emergency response. Every Centre County household uses Penelec for distribution — this is not a choice.

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Your Supplier

Your choice of 100+

Sells you the generation portion of your electricity. You can compare rates, contract terms, and green plans across 100+ licensed suppliers — and switch any time without service interruption.

Fixed and variable rate options
100% green energy plans available
No service interruption when you switch
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Cities and Townships in Centre County

State College

Pop. 40,669

Park Forest Village

Pop. 8,810

Frequently Asked Questions

What utility serves Centre County?▼
Penelec is the primary electric distribution utility for Centre County. They maintain the power lines and deliver electricity to homes and businesses throughout the county. While you can choose a different electricity supplier, Penelec will continue to deliver your power.
Can I choose my electricity supplier in Centre County?▼
Yes. Pennsylvania deregulated its electricity market in 1996, giving Centre County residents the right to choose from over 100 licensed electricity suppliers. Learn how to switch suppliers →
What is the Price to Compare in Centre County?▼
The Price to Compare (PTC) is the benchmark rate set by Penelecfor customers who don't choose a competitive supplier. Suppliers offering rates below the PTC may save you money. Learn more about Price to Compare →
Will switching suppliers affect my power reliability?▼
No. Penelec continues to deliver your electricity regardless of which supplier you choose. Switching only changes who generates your power. Power delivery, outage response, and billing (unless you choose separate billing) remain with your utility.
Helpful guide

How to Switch Suppliers in Pennsylvania

Step-by-step: what to check on your bill, how to compare plans, and how long the switch actually takes.

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Neighboring Counties

Blair County

Pop. 122,492

Lycoming County

Pop. 115,722

Clearfield County

Pop. 79,255

Mifflin County

Pop. 46,138

Union County

Pop. 45,780

Huntingdon County

Pop. 45,144

Clinton County

Pop. 38,632

Helpful Guides

Understanding Price to Compare

Understanding Price to Compare

Learn what the PTC means and how to use it to find better rates

How to Switch Suppliers

How to Switch Suppliers

Step-by-step guide to switching electricity suppliers in PA

Fixed vs. Variable Rates

Fixed vs. Variable Rates

Understand the pros and cons of different rate structures

Find Electricity Rates in Centre County

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