Penn Power Price to Compare & How to Switch Electric Suppliers
Penn Power's price for electricity goes up on December 1.
Here's what Penn Power's Price to Compare is today, what it changes to on December 1, 2026, and how to switch to a fixed-rate supplier without any interruption to your service.
What is Penn Power's Price to Compare?
Penn Power delivers electricity to homes in western Pennsylvania. Since January 1, 2024, Penn Power has been part of FirstEnergy Pennsylvania, but it still has its own Price to Compare. If you haven't picked an electric supplier, Penn Power also supplies the electricity itself, at its default rate. That rate is called the Price to Compare, or PTC. It's the cents-per-kilowatt-hour (kWh) figure a supplier offer has to beat for you to save on the supply part of your bill.
The PTC covers supply only, meaning generation plus transmission. Penn Power's delivery (distribution) charges stay on your bill no matter who supplies your power.
Penn Power's residential Price to Compare, now and on December 1, 2026
| Period | Residential PTC | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 1 – Nov. 30, 2026 | 13.477¢/kWh | Current |
| Dec. 1, 2026 – May 31, 2027 | 13.893¢/kWh | Filed, starts Dec. 1 |
Sources: FirstEnergy's Price to Compare table for its Pennsylvania utilities (June 2026 and December 2026 periods) and FirstEnergy Pennsylvania's December 1, 2026 Price to Compare filing. The December figure is the rate FirstEnergy filed with the PA PUC. FirstEnergy's sample calculation sheets are marked "for illustrative purposes only," so check your bill once it takes effect. The figures don't include a tiny state tax adjustment of less than 0.1¢.
That's an increase of about 0.42¢ per kWh, or roughly 3.1%. A home using 700 kWh a month would pay about $2.91 more per month for supply on Penn Power's default rate.
When does Penn Power's Price to Compare change?
FirstEnergy says its Pennsylvania utilities' Price to Compare changes twice a year, in June and December. The new price takes effect on June 1 and December 1 and can go up or down each time, depending mostly on what was paid for power at the utility's default-service auctions. A fixed-rate plan from a supplier locks your supply price for the length of your contract, so Penn Power's price changes don't affect you while that contract lasts.
How to switch electric suppliers in Penn Power territory
- Find your Penn Power Price to Compare and your usage. Look on the first page of your Penn Power bill, in the Price to Compare message box, or use the table above.
- Check your current contract, if you already have a supplier. Look for the end date and any early cancellation fee. Pennsylvania waives those fees during the last 30 days of a contract.
- Compare fixed-rate offers against Penn Power's Price to Compare, including the new December 1 price. The state's official comparison site is PAPowerSwitch.com.
- Sign up with the supplier you choose. You'll need your 20-digit Penn Power customer number. FirstEnergy says it's on page 3 of your bill, under the heading Basic Charges.
- Watch for your disclosure statement. The supplier must send you written terms. You have a 3-business-day window to change your mind after you enroll.
After that, the supplier and Penn Power handle the switch. FirstEnergy says it will send you a letter to confirm you chose the new supplier. Under Pennsylvania's accelerated switching rules, a switch can take effect in about three business days once Penn Power is notified. Your bill will show the new supplier's rate from the effective date on.
What stays the same when you switch
What to watch out for
Frequently asked questions
What is Penn Power's Price to Compare right now?
Penn Power's residential Price to Compare is 13.477¢ per kWh from June 1 through November 30, 2026.
What will Penn Power's Price to Compare be on December 1, 2026?
FirstEnergy has filed a residential Price to Compare of 13.893¢ per kWh for Penn Power for December 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027. That's about 3.1% higher than today's price.
Where do I find the Price to Compare on my Penn Power bill?
FirstEnergy says your Price to Compare is on the first page of your Penn Power bill, in the message box labeled Price to Compare. FirstEnergy also posts it on its Customer Choice pages for Penn Power.
Will switching suppliers interrupt my electric service?
No. Penn Power keeps delivering your electricity, reading your meter, handling outages and sending your bill. Only the company that supplies the electricity changes.
How long does it take to switch suppliers in Penn Power territory?
Under Pennsylvania's accelerated switching rules, a switch can take effect in about three business days once Penn Power is notified. You also have a 3-business-day window to cancel after enrolling.
What number do I need to switch my Penn Power supplier?
You need your 20-digit Penn Power customer number. FirstEnergy says it's on page 3 of your monthly bill, under the heading Basic Charges.
Can I go back to Penn Power's default rate?
Yes. You can contact Penn Power at any time and ask to return to default service. Check your supplier contract for early cancellation fees first. Those fees don't apply in the last 30 days of a contract.
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