Pennsylvania electricity rates to increase June 1 | How you can compare prices

Higher electric bills are coming for people living in Pennsylvania in just a couple of days.

The Public Utility Commission announced that most providers in the state will be raising their rates starting June 1.

PECO rates are set to go up 12.6%. PPL electric customers will see a 16% increase and Met-Ed is hiking prices by about 8%.

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But you're not necessarily stuck with higher prices.

Pennsylvania residents can compare rates and switch to a new power supplier in order to save money.

For more information on comparing rates, visit PA Power Switch.