From Canada to United States
When travelling from Canada to United States: Good news: all your Canada plug types fit in United States. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Canada
United StatesYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in United States
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • United States: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 120V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in United States
The United States uses 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets.
Grid & history
The US grid is a federation of three large interconnections (East, West, Texas) built up through the 20th century. The mix is shifting fast: gas dominates, coal is in decline, and wind and solar are now the largest sources of new capacity.
Availability
Very reliable in cities; rural areas and storm-prone regions (Gulf Coast, Florida, California fire season) vary.
Sockets & hotels
Two flat blades (Type A) for ungrounded outlets, grounded Type B in most modern buildings. Older properties may have only Type A.
Energy mix
Natural gas is the largest source; coal is in steep decline.
Practical tips
- Most US plugs are unpolarised Type A; modern grounded ones are Type B.
- Voltage is 120V. European 230V-only heaters and hair dryers do not work here without a converter.