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Chester residents can choose from PA PUC-licensed electricity suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, Verde Energy, and ENGIE. PECO delivers the power—you pick your supplier and rate.
The cheapest electricity rates in Chester, PA typically range from 8-12¢/kWh for the generation portion of your bill. Chester is served by PECO, 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 Chester home.
Rates are for generation only · Your PECO delivery charges stay the same regardless of supplier
Chester was Pennsylvania's first city, settled by Swedes in 1644 - about 34,000 people live here along the Delaware River today.
Chester homeowners have electricity choice through PECO's service territory in Delaware County. Compare fixed-rate plans from competing suppliers to lower energy bills.
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Chester customers can compare rates from suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, and Verde Energy—all PA PUC-licensed.
PECO continues delivering electricity to your Chester 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.
Choose renewable energy plans from suppliers offering 100% wind or solar electricity for your Chester home.
PECO is the regulated utility serving Chester in Delaware County. PECO 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). Chester residents can compare rates from 50+ licensed suppliers via PA Power Switch or here.
Learn about PECO rates, coverage area, and competitive supplier options for Chester.
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Chester has 4 ZIP codes in the PECO service area. Click any ZIP code to compare electricity rates for that area.
Looking for electricity rates in Chester? Enter your ZIP code above to compare plans from PA PUC-licensed electricity suppliers. All 4 Chester ZIP codes have access to competitive electricity rates through Pennsylvania's energy choice program.
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