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Pittsburgh residents can choose from PA PUC-licensed electricity suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, Verde Energy, and ENGIE. Duquesne Light delivers the power—you pick your supplier and rate.

Who has the cheapest electricity rates in Pittsburgh?

The cheapest electricity rates in Pittsburgh, PA typically range from 8-12¢/kWh for the generation portion of your bill. Pittsburgh is served by Duquesne Light, 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 Pittsburgh home.

Rates are for generation only · Your Duquesne Light delivery charges stay the same regardless of supplier

Pittsburgh homeowners can choose their electricity supplier and save hundreds annually.

Pittsburgh residents in Allegheny County have electricity choice, allowing them to switch from Duquesne Light to competitive suppliers and save significantly.

How it works

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Enrollment takes 2 minutes. Duquesne Light continues delivering power without interruption.

Benefits of Energy Choice in Pittsburgh

Lower rates from licensed suppliers

Pittsburgh customers can compare rates from suppliers like Direct Energy, Constellation, and Verde Energy—all PA PUC-licensed.

Same reliable service

Duquesne Light continues delivering electricity to your Pittsburgh home. Only your generation rate changes—same wires, same reliability.

Price protection

Lock in fixed rates for 12-36 months and avoid seasonal price fluctuations in the Pennsylvania electricity market.

Green energy options

Choose renewable energy plans from suppliers offering 100% wind or solar electricity for your Pittsburgh home.

About Duquesne Light in Pittsburgh

Duquesne Light is the regulated utility serving Pittsburgh in Allegheny County. Duquesne Light 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). Pittsburgh residents can compare rates from 50+ licensed suppliers via PA Power Switch or here.

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Pittsburgh ZIP Codes

Pittsburgh has 75 ZIP codes in the Duquesne Light service area. Click any ZIP code to compare electricity rates for that area.

Looking for electricity rates in Pittsburgh? Enter your ZIP code above to compare plans from PA PUC-licensed electricity suppliers. All 75 Pittsburgh ZIP codes have access to competitive electricity rates through Pennsylvania's energy choice program.