Reading Electricity Rates
- Electricity in Reading, PA starts at 9.8¢/kWh, with 27 plans competing across the market.
- The market average in Reading, PA is 14.09¢/kWh. Rates range from 9.79¢ to 21.99¢ at 1,000 kWh.
- Monthly electricity costs in Reading, PA run about $141 on an average plan at 1,000 kWh.
Today's Cheapest Reading Electricity Rates
The cheapest Reading rate we list today is 9.79 cents per kWh at 1,000 kWh, from American Power & Gas. Rates go up to 21.99¢ depending on plan length.
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate at 1,000 kWh | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Power & Gas – American Power & Gas | Monthly | 9.79¢/kWh | Continue |
| Just Energy – Just Energy | 24 months | 12.49¢/kWh | Continue |
| Nordic Energy Services – Nordic Energy Services | 2 months | 12.60¢/kWh | Continue |
| Town Square Energy – Town Square Energy | 14 months | 12.87¢/kWh | Continue |
| Vista Energy Marketing – Vista Energy Marketing L.P. | 12 months | 12.99¢/kWh | Continue |
| Nrg – NRG Home | 3 months | 13.20¢/kWh | Continue |
| Shipley Energy – Shipley Energy | 6 months | 13.94¢/kWh | Continue |
| Direct Energy – Direct Energy | 12 months | 13.99¢/kWh | Continue |
| Cirro Energy – Cirro Energy | 24 months | 14.00¢/kWh | Continue |
| Alpha Gas and Electric – Alpha Gas and Electric | Monthly | 14.50¢/kWh | Continue |
| IGS Energy – IGS Energy | 12 months | 15.49¢/kWh | Continue |
| SmartEnergy – SmartEnergy | 6 months | 16.10¢/kWh | Continue |
| Think Energy – Think Energy | 12 months | 16.80¢/kWh | Continue |
| Park Power – Park Power | 3 months | 21.99¢/kWh | Continue |
Reading Electricity Plans to Consider in October
Reading shoppers can choose from multiple energy providers, and new plans appear regularly. These are some of the strongest options available right now:
- American Power & Gas – American Power & Gas (month-to-month): 9.79¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh.
- Just Energy – Just Energy (24-month): 12.49¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Locks in your rate for 24 months.
Reading Electricity Suppliers
We compare rates from electric generation suppliers active in Met-Ed’s Reading territory. Every supplier below offers plans to Reading residents today.
Reading Business Electricity Rates
Reading’s economy blends manufacturing and healthcare, anchoring Berks County’s commercial base. Commercial customers access deregulated rates through Met-Ed territory.
Business electricity pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.
Reading Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and suppliers in Reading and the Met-Ed service area.
Is Reading a deregulated electricity market?
Yes, Reading homes can pick a plan from a supplier or stay on Met-Ed's Price to Compare. Met-Ed delivers the power either way.
Is it worth switching from Met-Ed's Price to Compare in Reading?
Yes, right now: American Power & Gas' month-to-month plan is the lowest we list for Reading, at 9.79¢/kWh, or 4.16¢ below Met-Ed's Price to Compare of 13.951¢. At 1,000 kWh a month, it saves about $41.61. Because it's a month-to-month plan, the price can change after the first month. The cheapest 12-month plan we list is 12.99¢, from Vista Energy Marketing.
Source: Pennsylvania PUC, June 2026
Which electricity suppliers sell plans in Reading?
American Power & Gas, Just Energy and Nordic Energy Services have the lowest prices we list in Reading today: 9.79¢, 12.49¢ and 12.599¢ per kWh at 1,000 kWh a month.
Do most Reading homes use 1,000 kWh a month?
Roughly. The average Met-Ed household used 857 kWh a month in 2024 (federal EIA data), 14% less than the 1,000 kWh that plan prices are usually quoted at. Check the kWh total on your own bill and compare plans at the usage closest to yours, since a plan's price per kWh can change with usage.
Source: EIA, 2024
Is Met-Ed's Price to Compare higher than last year?
Yes, for homes on the default rate. Met-Ed's Price to Compare has been 13.951¢/kWh since June 1, 2026, 17.2% higher than the 11.905¢ it was on June 1, 2025.
Source: Pennsylvania PUC, June 2026
What happens if I leave my supplier in Reading?
Pennsylvania sets no minimum stay on default service, so you can shop again right away. Met-Ed's Price to Compare is 13.951¢/kWh now.
