Will I still receive a bill from Duquesne Light?

Yes. Duquesne Light remains your utility and continues to bill you for delivery charges and your supplier's generation charge. You won't receive a separate bill from your supplier in most cases.

What happens if there's a power outage?

Duquesne Light handles all outage response and restoration regardless of your electricity supplier. Report outages directly to Duquesne Light.

What's the current Price to Compare for Duquesne Light?

The Price to Compare (PTC) changes periodically and varies by rate class. Check your most recent Duquesne Light bill or visit the Pennsylvania PUC's PAPowerSwitch website for current rates.

Can I switch back to Duquesne Light's default rate?

Yes, you can return to Duquesne Light's default service at any time. Check your supplier contract for any early termination fees that may apply.

Is there a fee to switch suppliers?

Duquesne Light does not charge a fee to switch suppliers. However, if you're currently under contract with a supplier, they may charge an early termination fee. Always review your contract terms.

Duquesne Light electricity rates

Reviewed by the Volt Butler editorial team • Updated June 2026 • EIA Form 861 data (2024)

The greater Pittsburgh area, including all of Allegheny County and parts of Beaver County

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EIA-cited dataPA PUC-sourced102 PA suppliersUpdated June 2026Independent comparison

21.74¢/kWh

Average residential rate

Investor-owned434K customers2024 data

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration Form EIA-861

Rate breakdown by sector

2024 EIA-861 data for Duquesne Light

Residential

21.74¢/kWh

434K customers

3.2M MWh

Commercial

15.92¢/kWh

39K customers

999K MWh

Industrial

13.34¢/kWh

332 customers

64K MWh

All sectors

20.24¢/kWh

473K total

4.2M MWh

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

How Duquesne Light compares to PA average

Duquesne Light residential customers pay 21.74¢/kWh. That's 21.9% higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 17.83¢/kWh.

PA state average and utility rate are both 2024 annual data from the EIA.

How Duquesne Light compares to other PA utilities

2024 residential rates for major Pennsylvania utilities

Source: EIA Form 861 2024 data. Rates shown are annual averages.

Rate history

How Duquesne Light residential rates have changed over time

21.74¢/kWh

2024

Only one year of EIA-861 data available. Historical trends will display as more years are ingested.

How electricity choice works in Duquesne Light territory

Pennsylvania is a deregulated electricity state. That means you can choose who generates your electricity while Duquesne Light continues to deliver it through the existing power lines.

If you've never switched suppliers, you're on Duquesne Light's "default service" rate—also called the "Price to Compare." This rate is set through a regulatory process and changes periodically. Licensed suppliers compete for your business and may offer rates below the default.

Duquesne Light remains your utility regardless of which supplier you choose. They maintain the wires, handle outages, and send your bill. The only difference is a line item showing your supplier's generation charge instead of Duquesne Light's default rate.

Duquesne Light service territory

Duquesne Light provides electric distribution service to the greater Pittsburgh area, including all of Allegheny County and parts of Beaver County.

Not sure if you're in Duquesne Light territory? Check your current electric bill—your utility name appears at the top. You can also enter your ZIP code on our homepage to see which utility serves your address.

How to switch suppliers

Find your account info

Grab your Duquesne Light 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

Will I still receive a bill from Duquesne Light?: Yes. Duquesne Light remains your utility and continues to bill you for delivery charges and your supplier's generation charge. You won't receive a separate bill from your supplier in most cases.
What happens if there's a power outage?: Duquesne Light handles all outage response and restoration regardless of your electricity supplier. Report outages directly to Duquesne Light.
What's the current Price to Compare for Duquesne Light?: The Price to Compare (PTC) changes periodically and varies by rate class. Check your most recent Duquesne Light bill or visit the Pennsylvania PUC's PAPowerSwitch website for current rates.
Can I switch back to Duquesne Light's default rate?: Yes, you can return to Duquesne Light's default service at any time. Check your supplier contract for any early termination fees that may apply.
Is there a fee to switch suppliers?: Duquesne Light does not charge a fee to switch suppliers. However, if you're currently under contract with a supplier, they may charge an early termination fee. Always review your contract terms.

Related guides

Pennsylvania Price to Compare Explained

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PA Power Switch Guide

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PA Electricity Deregulation Explained

How the deregulated market works and what it means for you

How to Switch Suppliers in PA

Complete guide to switching providers in Pennsylvania

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