Electricity Affordability in Ohio

Electricity affordability in Ohio reflects how expensive electricity is relative to typical residential usage. This page summarizes the current rate, estimated bills, and how Ohio compares to the national average.

Current Electricity Rate

The average residential electricity rate in Ohio is 16.90¢/kWh.

Ohio is close to national average.

Estimated Electricity Bills

At 900 kWh per month—a common residential usage level—the estimated monthly bill in Ohio is about $152.10, or $1825.20 per year.

That is lower than the national average estimated bill ($158.13/month) by 3.8%.

  • 500 kWh: ~$84.50/month
  • 1000 kWh: ~$169.00/month
  • 1500 kWh: ~$253.50/month

See average electricity bill in Ohio for more bill estimates.

Affordability Context

Electricity cost affects household budgets differently depending on usage, income, and local rates. States with lower rates tend to have lower estimated bills and may be more affordable for typical usage levels.

Ohio ranks in the middle tier of states by affordability.

See most affordable electricity by state and least affordable electricity for full rankings.

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