Ohio electricity: average bill, price per kWh and 12-month trend

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average electric bill in Ohio?

$158 a month, averaged over the 12 months to July 2026: the 22nd highest of the 50 states plus D.C. (U.S.: $156). The July 2026 bill alone was $224. These are EIA averages across every home in the state, large and small.

How much does electricity cost per kWh in Ohio?

19.38¢ per kWh for homes in August 2026, +6.7% against the U.S. average of 18.16¢. That is the 17th most expensive of the 50 states plus D.C. A year earlier it was 17.55¢.

When are electric bills highest in Ohio?

Bills peaked in July 2026 at $224 and were lowest in October 2025 at $117. Winter and summer use are within 10% of each other, so the bill has two peaks a year: one for heating and one for cooling.

Can you choose your electricity provider in Ohio?

Ohio is one of the states EIA lists with residential retail choice, and the one with the highest participation: 50% of households in 2021. Choosing a supplier is optional; the local utility still delivers the power, and members of electric co-ops are not eligible. To compare offers, use Apples to Apples, the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s supplier offer charts.

How much does it cost to run a space heater in Ohio?

A 1,500 W space heater costs $0.29 an hour at Ohio's August 2026 price, or $70 a month at 8 hours a day (U.S. average: $0.27 an hour). A heater with a thermostat cycles off once the room is warm, so this is a ceiling.