A charge for moving electricity through poles, wires, meters, and local distribution infrastructure. Learn where it appears on an electric bill, whether it is controllable, and what to check first.
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$226
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$0.246 per kWh
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A charge for moving electricity through poles, wires, meters, and local distribution infrastructure.
On a real bill, this may appear as Delivery, Distribution, Transmission. The exact label depends on the utility, supplier, regulator, and rate plan.
What to check: Delivery may include both fixed and usage-based pieces. Compare the rate and the kWh usage before assuming it is a mistake.
Break down usage, delivery, fixed fees, taxes, and other line items.
Open pageBrowse the full glossary for common electric charges, fees, and readings.
Open pageA rate structure where the price per kWh changes after usage passes certain thresholds.
Open pageA minimum monthly amount charged even when usage is very low.
Open pageThe usage-based part of the electric bill, usually calculated from kWh used during the billing period.
Open pageA fixed account or service fee that can appear even when electricity usage is low.
Open pageThe cost of the electricity itself, separate from delivery in many deregulated or retail choice markets.
Open pageA charge based on peak power demand during a period, more common on commercial or some special residential plans.
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A charge for moving electricity through poles, wires, meters, and local distribution infrastructure.
Delivery charge is partly controllable. Delivery may include both fixed and usage-based pieces. Compare the rate and the kWh usage before assuming it is a mistake.
Compare kWh usage, billing days, and the all-in cost per kWh before deciding which line item caused the increase.