Maryland kWh cost

Maryland kWh cost calculator

Fast Maryland electricity estimates using EIA residential-rate defaults, editable kWh assumptions, and clear links back to the full WattNomic calculators.

Fast answer

Maryland kWh cost is price times usage.

At 20.08 cents per kWh, every 100 kWh in Maryland costs about $20 before fixed charges, taxes, and utility-specific riders.

Maryland: 20.08 cents/kWhRank #14 by state/DC rateSource: EIA February 2026 Reviewed: May 2026

Maryland bill examples

$135600 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
$196900 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
$2561,200 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 kwh cost in Maryland?

Maryland's current WattNomic default is 20.08 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 Maryland electric bill by kWh?

Multiply monthly kWh by Maryland'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 Maryland electricity rate the same as my utility rate?

No. The Maryland page uses a state-level EIA average for screening. Your utility supply, delivery, time-of-use plan, taxes, and fixed fees can be different.