Johnstown electricity rates
Rates from 7.99¢/kWh · 62 licensed suppliers · Updated June 1, 2026
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Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Johnstown?
The cheapest rate depends on your usage and preferences. West Penn Power's default "Price to Compare" covers generation only—you'll pay that plus delivery charges either way. Licensed suppliers often beat the PTC, but compare the full rate and contract terms before switching.
Cheapest Johnstown electricity plans right now
Top 5 rates from competitive suppliers. See the full comparison of all 120 available plans on our West Penn Power supplier page.
| Supplier | Rate | Term | Type | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
American Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC 25% renewable | 7.99¢/kWh | 1 mo | Variable | View |
American Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC 100% renewable | 9.49¢/kWh | 3 mo | Fixed | View |
nTherm LLC | 10.29¢/kWh | 1 mo | Variable | View |
American Electric Rates LLC | 10.30¢/kWh | 2 mo | Variable | View |
1776 Energy | 10.30¢/kWh | 2 mo | Variable | View |
* Plans marked with an asterisk may have early termination fees. Review contract terms before enrolling.
Best Johnstown plans by monthly usage
Different plans win at different consumption levels. Here's what's cheapest at each tier.
Small home
— 500 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$39.95
Average home
— 1,000 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$79.90
Large home
— 1,500 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$119.85
High-usage home
— 2,000 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$159.80
Estimated bills are generation charges only (rate × usage). Your total bill includes West Penn Power delivery charges, which are the same regardless of supplier.
Johnstown at a glance
18,245
Population
9,205 households
West Penn Power
Primary utility
Your area's distribution utility
17.37¢/kWh
Average residential rate
West Penn Power, 2024
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
How electricity choice works in Johnstown
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 Johnstown, West Penn Power is the distribution utility for every household — but you have the legal right to choose your supplier from 62 licensed competitors. Switching suppliers doesn't change West Penn Power's service, your wires, or your reliability — only the generation portion of your bill changes.
West Penn Power
Delivers electricity to your home. Maintains the wires, meters, and emergency response. Every Johnstown household uses West Penn Power for distribution — this is not a choice.
West Penn Power Price to Compare
17.37¢/kWh
The benchmark suppliers need to beat
Your choice of 62
Sells you the generation portion of your electricity. You can compare rates, contract terms, and green plans across 62 licensed suppliers — and switch any time without service interruption.
- Fixed and variable rate options
- Green and standard plans available
- No service interruption when switching
How Johnstown compares to PA average
Customers in Johnstown pay an average of 17.37¢/kWh through West Penn Power. That's 2.6% lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 17.83¢/kWh.
Both rates are 2024 annual data from the EIA.
41%
of PA households have shopped for a competitive supplier
Source: PA PUC Office of Consumer Advocate
100+
PUC-licensed residential suppliers in PA
Active suppliers accepting new customers
1-2
billing cycles to switch suppliers
No service interruption during switch
All 62 suppliers serving Johnstown
PUC-licensed electricity suppliers with active plans in West Penn Power territory.
American Electric Rates LLC
7 plans
APG&E
6 plans
American Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
5 plans
Better Buy Energy
5 plans
Brighten Energy
5 plans
Dynegy
5 plans
Energy Harbor LLC
5 plans
Pennsylvania Gas & Electric
5 plans
Aep Energy
4 plans
Cirro Energy
4 plans
City Power & Gas PA
4 plans
1776 Energy
3 plans
NRG Home
3 plans
Major Energy
3 plans
Vista Energy Marketing L P
2 plans
Achieve Energy Solutions LLC DBA EnergyPricing.com
2 plans
CleanSky Energy
2 plans
IGS Energy
2 plans
Inspire Clean Energy
2 plans
Spring Power & Gas
2 plans
Town Square Energy
2 plans
North American Power
2 plans
Wgl Energy Services
1 plan
Think Energy
1 plan
Cleanchoice Energy
1 plan
0 Commit Energy
1 plan
Agway Energy Services LLC
1 plan
Alpha Gas and Electric LLC
1 plan
Constellation Energy
1 plan
Direct Energy
1 plan
Green Mountain Energy Company
1 plan
Just Energy
1 plan
Mpower Energy NJ LLC
1 plan
Nordic Energy Services LLC
1 plan
SmartEnergy
1 plan
nTherm LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
SFE Energy Pennsylvania, Inc.
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
Public Power, LLC
1 plan
SFE Energy Pennsylvania, Inc.
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Spark Energy, LLC
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
Verde Energy USA, Inc.
1 plan
How electricity choice works in Johnstown
Pennsylvania deregulated electricity in 1996. You can shop for a different supplier while West Penn Power continues to deliver power through the same lines.
Lower rates
Compare licensed suppliers offering rates below West Penn Power's default Price to Compare.
Same reliable service
West Penn Power still delivers your power and handles outages. Same wires, same reliability.
Price protection
Lock in fixed rates for 12-36 months. Protect against seasonal price swings and market volatility.
Green energy options
Choose 100% renewable plans from suppliers offering wind, solar, and other clean energy sources.
How to switch suppliers
Find your account info
Grab your West Penn Power bill. You'll need your account number and possibly your meter number to complete the switch.
Compare supplier rates
Review offers from PUC-licensed suppliers. Look at the rate, term length, and any early termination fees before choosing.
Enroll with your new supplier
Sign up online with your chosen supplier. The switch happens automatically within 1-2 billing cycles with no service interruption.
Frequently asked questions about Johnstown electricity
- How does electricity deregulation work in Johnstown?
- Johnstown is served by West Penn Power, which delivers electricity to homes and businesses. Pennsylvania deregulated electricity generation in 1996, meaning you can choose a different company to generate your power while West Penn Power continues to deliver it. You compare supplier rates, pick one, and West Penn Power handles the rest — same wires, same bill.
- What is the cheapest electricity rate in Johnstown right now?
- The lowest available rate in Johnstown is currently 7.99¢/kWh, from 62 licensed suppliers with active offers. Rates change frequently — we update this data weekly from PA Power Switch.
- Who delivers electricity in Johnstown?
- West Penn Power is the distribution utility for Johnstown and Cambria County. They own and maintain the power lines, handle outages, and send your bill. Regardless of which supplier you choose, West Penn Power delivers your electricity.
- How do I switch electricity suppliers in Johnstown?
- Three steps: (1) Compare rates on our supplier page or PA Power Switch, (2) enroll directly with your chosen supplier online, and (3) wait 1-2 billing cycles for the switch to complete. There's no service interruption, no new equipment, and no fee from West Penn Power to switch.
- What is the average monthly electric bill in Johnstown?
- Based on West Penn Power's average residential rate of 17.37¢/kWh and Pennsylvania's average household usage of about 885 kWh/month, a typical Johnstown household pays roughly $154/month for generation — plus West Penn Power delivery charges.
- What is the Price to Compare for West Penn Power customers?
- The Price to Compare (PTC) is West Penn Power's default generation rate for customers who don't choose a supplier. It changes quarterly based on wholesale market prices. The PTC is the benchmark suppliers need to beat — if a supplier offers less than the PTC, you save money immediately. Check papowerswitch.com for the current PTC.
Other cities served by West Penn Power
Compare electricity rates in nearby Pennsylvania cities also served by West Penn Power.
Related guides
Pennsylvania Price to Compare Explained
What the PTC is and how to use it when shopping
PA Power Switch Guide
Step-by-step walkthrough of the official PUC tool
How to Switch Electricity Suppliers
Complete guide to switching providers in Pennsylvania
Fixed vs Variable Rate Plans
Which plan type makes sense for your household
How we collect this data
Rate data is sourced from PA Power Switch, the official Pennsylvania PUC marketplace, and refreshed weekly. Volt Butler is an independent comparison site — we don't accept payments from suppliers to rank them higher. The West Penn Power Price to Compare is sourced from West Penn Power's most recent published rate filing with the PA PUC.
Last data update: June 1, 2026.
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