Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Kentucky | Ohio | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 13.70¢ | 17.66¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 11.75¢ | 12.25¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.98¢ | 9.33¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $143.37 | $149.32 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 1,047 | 846 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | deregulated | — |
Kentucky has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.70¢/kWh compared to Ohio's 17.66¢/kWh — a difference of 3.96¢/kWh (22.4%).
The average monthly electric bill in Kentucky is $143.37 (1047 kWh/month), while in Ohio it is $149.32 (846 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Kentucky has a regulated electricity market, while Ohio has a deregulated market. In deregulated markets, consumers can choose their electricity supplier, which may offer more competitive rates.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Kentucky is below the national average at 13.70¢/kWh, and Ohio is above the national average at 17.66¢/kWh.
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