⚡ Electricity bill in Silver Spring, MD (2027)

Estimated average: $168/month at 17¢/kWh — +23% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near Silver Spring, Maryland
Residential electricity in Silver Spring is billed at Maryland's rate of 17¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 81,816 residents, Silver Spring is a smaller city and the #4 largest city in Maryland. Households here pay Maryland's residential rate of 17¢/kWh; the typical bill of $168/month reflects local usage of around 988 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Silver Spring, and compare it with other Maryland cities.

$168
Est. bill in Silver Spring
per month
17¢
Price per kWh
$162
Maryland average
81,816
Population

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Silver Spring electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in Silver Spring, MD?

Electricity in Silver Spring costs about 17¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~988 kWh/month spends around $168 — that's +23% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in Silver Spring?

At 17¢/kWh, electricity in Silver Spring is more expensive than the U.S. average. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in Silver Spring, MD?

About $168 per month at 17¢/kWh — +23% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in Silver Spring?

Silver Spring shares Maryland's electricity price (17¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 988 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in Silver Spring?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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