Usage: Maryland

On average, Maryland residents use slightly more energy than the rest of the country throughout the year. Due to Maryland's geographic region, they experience all 4 season and require slightly more energy to heat their homes in the winter months. Summers can be warm and humid in Maryland causing residents to use more energy to cool their homes. Per capita, Maryland residents are the 3rd lowest natural gas consumers in the US. Maryland's residential, commercial and transportation sector all account for 30% of the states overall usage while the industrial sector accounts for the remaining usage.