Average Electric Bill in Delaware (2026)
The average residential electric bill in Delaware is $150.87 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 6% above the U.S. average, #14 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 911 kWh used per month at Delaware's rate of 16.6¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$150.87
#14 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
911 kWh
per residential customer
16.6¢/kWh
6% above the U.S. average
Average electric bill in Delaware by home size
Priced at Delaware's 16.6¢/kWh rate, with each home size scaled to Delaware's own average household use of 911 kWh a month rather than the national 863 kWh — climate and heating type move usage as much as the rate does. Still a guide: your actual kWh depends on your home and habits. National figures by home size.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 528 kWh | $87.49 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 792 kWh | $131.23 |
| Small house | 950 kWh | $157.42 |
| Large house | 1,478 kWh | $244.90 |
| Delaware average | 911 kWh | $150.87 |
Estimate your Delaware electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.
Frequently asked questions
Average bill by utility in Delaware
The state average blends every provider — what you pay depends on your utility.