Lancaster electricity rates
Rates from 9.99¢/kWh · 71 licensed suppliers · Updated June 1, 2026
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Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Lancaster?
The cheapest rate depends on your usage and preferences. PPL Electric'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 Lancaster electricity plans right now
Top 5 rates from competitive suppliers. See the full comparison of all 143 available plans on our PPL Electric supplier page.
| Supplier | Rate | Term | Type | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
American Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC 25% renewable | 9.99¢/kWh | 1 mo | Variable | View |
EcoPlus Power LLC 100% renewable | 10.45¢/kWh | 1 mo | Variable | View |
American Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC 25% renewable | 10.99¢/kWh | 3 mo | Fixed | View |
Public Power, LLC | 11.29¢/kWh | 6 mo | Fixed | View |
Public Power, LLC | 11.29¢/kWh | 6 mo | Fixed | View |
* Plans marked with an asterisk may have early termination fees. Review contract terms before enrolling.
Best Lancaster 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
$49.95
Average home
— 1,000 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$99.90
Large home
— 1,500 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$149.85
High-usage home
— 2,000 kWh/moAmerican Power & Gas of Pennsylvania LLC
Estimated monthly bill
$199.80
Estimated bills are generation charges only (rate × usage). Your total bill includes PPL Electric delivery charges, which are the same regardless of supplier.
Lancaster at a glance
57,683
Population
21,243 households
PPL Electric
Primary utility
Your area's distribution utility
16.99¢/kWh
Average residential rate
PPL Electric, 2024
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
How electricity choice works in Lancaster
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 Lancaster, PPL Electric is the distribution utility for every household — but you have the legal right to choose your supplier from 71 licensed competitors. Switching suppliers doesn't change PPL Electric's service, your wires, or your reliability — only the generation portion of your bill changes.
PPL Electric
Delivers electricity to your home. Maintains the wires, meters, and emergency response. Every Lancaster household uses PPL Electric for distribution — this is not a choice.
PPL Electric Price to Compare
16.99¢/kWh
The benchmark suppliers need to beat
Your choice of 71
Sells you the generation portion of your electricity. You can compare rates, contract terms, and green plans across 71 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 Lancaster compares to PA average
Customers in Lancaster pay an average of 16.99¢/kWh through PPL Electric. That's 4.7% 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 71 suppliers serving Lancaster
PUC-licensed electricity suppliers with active plans in PPL Electric territory.
American Electric Rates LLC
7 plans
City Power & Gas PA
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
1776 Energy
4 plans
AAA Energy by Santanna
4 plans
Cirro Energy
4 plans
Energy Co-op
4 plans
Renaissance Power & Gas Inc.
4 plans
Vista Energy Marketing L P
3 plans
NRG Home
3 plans
Achieve Energy Solutions LLC DBA EnergyPricing.com
2 plans
CleanSky Energy
2 plans
Clearview Energy
2 plans
IGS Energy
2 plans
Inspire Clean Energy
2 plans
Shipley Energy
2 plans
Spring Power & Gas
2 plans
Town Square Energy
2 plans
North American Power
2 plans
Wgl Energy Services
1 plan
Energy Cooperative of America
1 plan
Think Energy
1 plan
Cleanchoice Energy
1 plan
Park Power
1 plan
Polaris Power Services
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
EcoPlus Power LLC
1 plan
Green Mountain Energy Company
1 plan
Just Energy
1 plan
Mpower Energy NJ LLC
1 plan
Nordic Energy Services LLC
1 plan
RPA Energy dba Green Choice Energy
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 Lancaster
Pennsylvania deregulated electricity in 1996. You can shop for a different supplier while PPL Electric continues to deliver power through the same lines.
Lower rates
Compare licensed suppliers offering rates below PPL Electric's default Price to Compare.
Same reliable service
PPL Electric 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 PPL Electric 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 Lancaster electricity
- How does electricity deregulation work in Lancaster?
- Lancaster is served by PPL Electric, 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 PPL Electric continues to deliver it. You compare supplier rates, pick one, and PPL Electric handles the rest — same wires, same bill.
- What is the cheapest electricity rate in Lancaster right now?
- The lowest available rate in Lancaster is currently 9.99¢/kWh, from 71 licensed suppliers with active offers. Rates change frequently — we update this data weekly from PA Power Switch.
- Who delivers electricity in Lancaster?
- PPL Electric is the distribution utility for Lancaster and Lancaster County. They own and maintain the power lines, handle outages, and send your bill. Regardless of which supplier you choose, PPL Electric delivers your electricity.
- How do I switch electricity suppliers in Lancaster?
- 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 PPL Electric to switch.
- What is the average monthly electric bill in Lancaster?
- Based on PPL Electric's average residential rate of 16.99¢/kWh and Pennsylvania's average household usage of about 885 kWh/month, a typical Lancaster household pays roughly $150/month for generation — plus PPL Electric delivery charges.
- What is the Price to Compare for PPL Electric customers?
- The Price to Compare (PTC) is PPL Electric'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 PPL Electric
Compare electricity rates in nearby Pennsylvania cities also served by PPL Electric.
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 PPL Electric Price to Compare is sourced from PPL Electric's most recent published rate filing with the PA PUC.
Last data update: June 1, 2026.
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