PECO Rates Jump 19% Year-Over-Year: What Your 2026 Winter Electric Bill May Be

Electric bills are expected to rise significantly for many households this winter as PECO rates have surged by 19 percent compared to last year. This jump means more electricity costs for residents in southeastern Pennsylvania, especially during the coldest months when energy use naturally climbs. The increase is largely driven by higher wholesale capacity costs in the regional power market and other supply adjustments.