District of Columbia electricity cost per kWh
District of Columbia electricity cost per kWh
Fast District of Columbia electricity estimates using EIA residential-rate defaults, editable kWh assumptions, and clear links back to the full WattNomic calculators.
District of Columbia's state-level electricity cost per kWh is a planning default.
WattNomic uses 23.97 cents per kWh for District of Columbia from EIA's residential retail-price table. Real utility supply, delivery, taxes, and fixed fees can differ.
District of Columbia bill examples
- $159600 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
- $231900 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
- $3031,200 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
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Replace the state default with the rate and fixed charges from your own utility bill for a better answer.
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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (February 2026). Replace defaults with your utility bill before making a purchase decision.
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Common questions
What is the cost per kwh in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia's current WattNomic default is 23.97 cents per kWh from EIA's February 2026 table. Monthly bills also depend on usage, fixed fees, taxes, and utility-specific riders.
How do I estimate a District of Columbia electric bill by kWh?
Multiply monthly kWh by District of Columbia's cents per kWh, divide by 100, then add fixed monthly charges. Replace the state average with your exact utility bill when available.
Is the District of Columbia electricity rate the same as my utility rate?
No. The District of Columbia page uses a state-level EIA average for screening. Your utility supply, delivery, time-of-use plan, taxes, and fixed fees can be different.