Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Ohio | Pennsylvania | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 17.66¢ | 20.17¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.25¢ | 13.16¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 9.33¢ | 10.40¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $149.32 | $164.82 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 846 | 817 | — |
| Market Type | deregulated | deregulated | — |
Ohio has a lower residential electricity rate at 17.66¢/kWh compared to Pennsylvania's 20.17¢/kWh — a difference of 2.51¢/kWh (12.4%).
The average monthly electric bill in Ohio is $149.32 (846 kWh/month), while in Pennsylvania it is $164.82 (817 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Ohio has a deregulated electricity market, while Pennsylvania 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. Ohio is above the national average at 17.66¢/kWh, and Pennsylvania is above the national average at 20.17¢/kWh.
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