How much is the average electric bill in Ohio?

The average residential electric bill in Ohio is about $199 per month, reflecting average monthly usage of 1,029 kWh at a residential rate of 19.38¢ per kWh.

Is electricity expensive in Ohio?

At 19.38¢ per kWh, Ohio's residential electricity rate is 6.7% higher than the U.S. average of 18.16¢ per kWh. That makes it the 35th-cheapest of 51 states and DC ranked by residential price.

Can I choose my electricity provider in Ohio?

Yes. Ohio has a deregulated electricity market, so you can choose your electricity supplier from competing providers. Your local utility still delivers the power and handles outages — only the company you buy your electricity from changes.

Electricity Rates in Ohio (August 2026)

Name: Ohio Electricity Rates
Creator: U.S. Energy Information Administration

The average residential rate is 19.38¢/kWh — that's about $199/month for a typical household.

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration. Data as of August 2026.

#35

out of 51 states (1 = cheapest)

$199/mo

based on 1,029 kWh average monthly usage

6.7%above

the national average of 18.16¢/kWh

10.2%up

over the past 12 months

Rates by Sector

Sector	Rate (¢/kWh)	vs National	Avg Monthly Usage	Avg Monthly Bill	vs National
Residential	19.38¢/kWh	+6.7%	1,029 kWh	$199	+6.7%
Commercial	12.31¢/kWh	-14.9%	9,613 kWh	$1,183	-14.9%
Industrial	9.75¢/kWh	+1.1%	262,237 kWh	$25,562	+1.1%
National Avg — Residential	18.16¢/kWh	—	1,152 kWh	$209	—
National Avg — Commercial	14.47¢/kWh	—	7,661 kWh	$1,108	—
National Avg — Industrial	9.64¢/kWh	—	81,834 kWh	$7,890	—

Electricity Providers in Ohio

	Type	Service				Service Area
Energy Harbor Corp.	Retail Marketer	Energy	6.14¢/kWh	$55	902,100	—
Ohio Power Co	IOU	Delivery	10.75¢/kWh	$93	788,464	Adams, Allen, Ashland, Athens, Auglaize, Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Coshocton, Crawford, Darke, Defiance, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Gallia, Guernsey, Hancock, Hardin, Harrison, Henry, Hocking, Holmes, Huron, Jackson, Jefferson, Knox, Lawrence, Licking, Logan, Marion, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Morrow, Muskingum, Noble, Paulding, Perry, Pike, Putnam, Richland, Sandusky, Scioto, Seneca, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, Union, Van Wert, Washington, Wayne, Wood, Wyandot+51 moreless
Ohio Edison Co	IOU	Delivery	7.30¢/kWh	$60	706,029	Ashland, Ashtabula, Carroll, Champaign, Clark, Columbiana, Crawford, Cuyahoga, Delaware, Erie, Fayette, Franklin, Geauga, Greene, Holmes, Huron, Knox, Lorain, Madison, Mahoning, Marion, Medina, Miami, Morrow, Ottawa, Portage, Richland, Sandusky, Seneca, Stark, Summit, Trumbull, Tuscarawas, Union, Wayne, Wyandot+33 moreless
Cleveland Electric Illum Co	IOU	Delivery	7.81¢/kWh	$53	544,728	Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Summit, Trumbull+6 moreless
AEP Energy	Retail Marketer	Energy	7.58¢/kWh	$58	446,968	—
Dynegy Energy Services, LLC	Retail Marketer	Energy	6.79¢/kWh	$54	444,458	—
NextEra Energy Services, LLC	Retail Marketer	Energy	6.52¢/kWh	$25	437,348	—
Duke Energy Ohio Inc	IOU	Delivery	7.81¢/kWh	$71	399,351	Adams, Brown, Butler, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Coshocton, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Highland, Licking, Madison, Montgomery, Muskingum, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Warren+20 moreless
Dayton Power & Light Co	IOU	Delivery	5.97¢/kWh	$55	346,219	Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fayette, Greene, Hardin, Highland, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Preble, Ross, Shelby, Union, Van Wert, Warren+21 moreless
The Toledo Edison Co	IOU	Delivery	7.81¢/kWh	$60	199,807	Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, Putnam, Sandusky, Seneca, Williams, Wood+7 moreless

Utility data from EIA Form 861, 2024

How Deregulated Electricity Works in Ohio

Ohio deregulated its electricity market in 1999. The system operates with three components: power companies generate electricity (generation), utilities maintain high-voltage lines (transmission), and your local utility (Ohio Power Co, Ohio Edison Co, Cleveland Electric Illum Co, Duke Energy Ohio Inc, Dayton Power & Light Co, The Toledo Edison Co) delivers electricity to your home (distribution).

You can choose your electricity supplier from 102 competing providers. If you don't select a supplier, you automatically receive default service through your utility at a regulated rate.

How to Switch Electricity Companies in Ohio

1Review your current contract terms and check for early termination fees
2Compare available rates from 102 suppliers serving your area
3Choose a plan and sign a Letter of Authorization
4Your new supplier handles the transfer with your utility (Ohio Power Co, Ohio Edison Co, Cleveland Electric Illum Co, Duke Energy Ohio Inc, Dayton Power & Light Co, The Toledo Edison Co) — your service is not interrupted
5Your new rate takes effect in the next billing cycle

When is the Best Time to Switch Energy Providers in Ohio

The best times to switch providers in Ohio typically include:

Before peak seasons (summer) when you can lock in lower rates
When your current contract is nearing expiration
During off-peak months when providers offer competitive promotions
After comparing rates during market downturns

Types of Electricity Plans in Ohio

Fixed-rate plans

Consistent rates throughout your contract term, making budgeting easier. Early termination fees may apply.

Green energy plans

Power your home with 100% renewable sources while supporting clean energy goals.

Time-of-use plans

Different rates based on when you use electricity, with lower costs during off-peak hours.

Variable-rate / prepaid plans

Flexibility without long-term commitments, though rates may fluctuate monthly based on market conditions.

Power Outages in Ohio

1,066 customers currently without power in Ohio

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Frequently Asked Questions

The average residential electricity rate in Ohio is 19.38¢ per kWh. Commercial customers pay an average of 12.31¢ per kWh and industrial customers pay 9.75¢ per kWh.

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