Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Ohio | West Virginia | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 17.66¢ | 15.65¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.25¢ | 11.41¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 9.33¢ | 8.07¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $149.32 | $160.67 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 846 | 1,027 | — |
| Market Type | deregulated | regulated | — |
West Virginia has a lower residential electricity rate at 15.65¢/kWh compared to Ohio's 17.66¢/kWh — a difference of 2.01¢/kWh (12.8%).
The average monthly electric bill in Ohio is $149.32 (846 kWh/month), while in West Virginia it is $160.67 (1027 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Ohio has a deregulated electricity market, while West Virginia has a regulated 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 West Virginia is below the national average at 15.65¢/kWh.
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