Maryland
vsDistrict of Columbia
Side-by-side comparison of electricity costs, generation mix, and renewable energy data.
| Maryland | Metric | District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| 19.48¢/kWh | Residential | 21.94¢/kWh |
| 14.74¢/kWh | Commercial | 20.41¢/kWh |
| 12.50¢/kWh | Industrial | 14.78¢/kWh |
| #38 | Price Rank | #40 |
| 10.7% | Renewable % | 46.8% |
Generation Mix
Maryland
Coal
7.0%Gas
39.3%Nuclear
41.6%Hydro
5.2%Wind
1.6%Solar
2.9%District of Columbia
Gas
53.2%Solar
16.9%Frequently Asked Questions
Maryland has cheaper residential electricity at 19.48¢/kWh. The difference is 2.46¢/kWh between the two states. Maryland ranks #38 and District of Columbia ranks #40 cheapest among all states.
Maryland gets 10.7% of electricity from renewables, while District of Columbia gets 46.8%. District of Columbia leads in renewable energy adoption.
Electricity rates from EIA retail sales data. Generation mix from EIA electric power operational data.