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Altoona residents can choose from PA PUC-licensed electricity suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, Verde Energy, and ENGIE. Penelec delivers the power—you pick your supplier and rate.
The cheapest electricity rates in Altoona, PA typically range from 8-12¢/kWh for the generation portion of your bill. Altoona is served by Penelec, which offers a Price to Compare (PTC) rate—if a supplier beats that rate, you save money. Enter your ZIP code above to compare all available supplier rates and find the best deal for your Altoona home.
Rates are for generation only · Your Penelec delivery charges stay the same regardless of supplier
Altoona was built by the Pennsylvania Railroad - the famous Horseshoe Curve nearby is still an engineering marvel from 1854.
Altoona homeowners have electricity choice through Pennsylvania's deregulated energy market. Compare Penelec competitive supplier rates to reduce annual energy expenses.
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Altoona customers can compare rates from suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, and Verde Energy—all PA PUC-licensed.
Penelec continues delivering electricity to your Altoona home. Only your generation rate changes—same wires, same reliability.
Lock in fixed rates for 12-36 months and avoid seasonal price fluctuations in the Pennsylvania electricity market.
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Penelec is the regulated utility serving Altoona in Blair County. Penelec maintains power lines and meters—your supplier (Direct Energy, Constellation, Verde Energy, etc.) sells the electricity itself.
Pennsylvania deregulated electricity in 1996 under the Electricity Generation Customer Choice Act, overseen by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PA PUC). Altoona residents can compare rates from 50+ licensed suppliers via PA Power Switch or here.
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Altoona has 3 ZIP codes in the Penelec service area. Click any ZIP code to compare electricity rates for that area.
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