This area is served by 10 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.3¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 20894 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 20894?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Baltimore Gas & Electric Co) and gas (Washington Gas, (800) 752-7520) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 20894 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Bethesda, DC averages 13.3¢/kWh, about 19% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 25% below the District of Columbia state average of 17.7¢/kWh. Natural gas in District of Columbia averages $16.49/Mcf, about 14% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 20894?
No — electricity in Bethesda, DC costs about 19% less than the national average. Compared to District of Columbia overall, rates here are about 25% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What county is 20894 in?
ZIP code 20894 is in Montgomery County, District of Columbia.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.