Finding the Best AES Ohio Electricity Rates

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For over 100 years, AES Ohio—formerly known as Dayton Power & Light has delivered electricity to Miami Valley and West Central Ohio. Today, the Dayton-based utility provider serves 1.25 million+ Ohioans.

All of these residents have the opportunity to participate in Ohio’s Energy Choice program. This lets AES Ohio customers switch to an electricity provider that offers a lower rate or maybe a provider that sources its electricity from renewable energy.

What is the AES Ohio Price to Compare?

The current AES Ohio price to compare is 8.58¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh) effective June 1st, 2024 through May 31st, 2025.

The “price to compare” (PTC) is a benchmark rate set by your local utility company that allows you to compare their standard electricity rate with offers from other retail suppliers.

AES Ohio Energy Choice

Ohio deregulated its electricity markets in 1999, giving Ohioans Energy Choice. After that, they were no longer stuck with their local utility provider’s electricity supply and could now switch providers.

There are many benefits to Energy Choice. The biggest being the potential for lower prices. In a competitive market, numerous electricity suppliers vie for customers. This competition can drive down prices, as suppliers may offer rates below the default rate offered by the local utility in order to attract and retain customers. Consumers can shop around and compare offers to find the most cost-effective plan for their needs, potentially leading to savings on their monthly bills.

Energy choice opens the door to a wider variety of plans tailored to different consumption patterns and preferences. Customers may find options such as fixed-rate plans for price stability, time-of-use rates that reward shifting energy usage to off-peak hours, or plans with different contract lengths. This allows consumers to select a plan that aligns best with their individual circumstances and energy habits.

Deregulation can also foster the growth of renewable energy by allowing suppliers to offer “green” energy plans sourced from solar, wind, or other renewable sources. Consumers who prioritize environmental sustainability can choose these options, directly supporting cleaner energy generation and potentially contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

How To Compare Ohio Electricity Rates

Ohio consumers have several avenues available to explore competitive electricity rates and potentially lock in a fixed-rate plan to avoid AES’s Price to Compare fluctuations:

1. Explore the Apples to Apples Website: The Apples to Apples Ohio website operated by the Ohio Public Utilities Commission offers a comprehensive marketplace with potentially hundreds of competing energy offers. While this provides a wide array of choices, navigating through numerous plans and determining the best supplier for your specific needs can sometimes feel overwhelming.
2. Simplify Your Search with ElectricityRates.com: ElectricityRates.com offers a secure, fast, and simple process designed to streamline your rate comparison experience. We present you with only the best rates from top-rated and trusted electricity suppliers serving Ohio, saving you time and effort in your search for the ideal plan.
3. Shop Directly Through Supplier Websites: You also have the option to visit individual energy suppliers’ websites. However, keep in mind that you will only see the plans offered by that specific supplier, requiring you to visit multiple websites to get a broader view of the competitive landscape.

How To Read Your AES Ohio Electricity Bill

When you are thinking about switching electricity suppliers, it’s important to understand that there are two types of charges on your electric bill, delivery charges and supply charges. Switching electricity providers only affects your supply charges.

Delivery Charges

• Do not change when you switch electricity suppliers
• For the delivery and transmission of electricity to your home
• Charged by your electric utility (AES Ohio)

Supply Charges

• Can be lower if you switch electricity providers
• Based on the electricity that you use by the kilowatt-hour (kWh)
• Charged by your electricity provider or your public utility by default

Financial Assistance Programs Offered by AES Ohio

AES Ohio offers several financial assistance programs to help customers who are struggling to pay their electricity bills. These programs include options offered by the state of Ohio and programs directly administered by AES Ohio or through partnerships. Here’s a breakdown of the key programs:  

State of Ohio Programs (Eligibility based on income and other requirements):

• Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus): This program allows eligible customers to pay a percentage of their gross household income towards their utility bills (5% for gas heat and 5% for electric, or 10% if they heat with electricity).
• Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program (HEAP Winter Crisis Program): Assists income-eligible households facing disconnection, already disconnected, or with less than a 25% supply of bulk fuel during the winter months (November to March). Enrollment in PIPP Plus or another payment plan is usually required.
• Summer Crisis Program: Provides assistance during summer months to eligible households (income-based) with a member 60 or older, physician-documented need for cooling, a disconnect notice, those trying to establish new service, or those enrolling in PIPP for the first time.
• Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP): Provides eligible homeowners with services to improve their home’s energy efficiency and lower energy costs. Priority is given to the elderly, disabled, families with children, and those with high energy usage. Income eligibility is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.

AES Ohio Specific Programs and Options:

• Gift of Power: In partnership with The Salvation Army, this program provides emergency relief funding to AES Ohio customers facing disconnection who don’t qualify for other assistance programs.
• Pay Agreements: AES Ohio offers payment plans to help customers catch up on their past-due balances.
• Payment Extensions: Customers who just need a few extra days to pay their bill in full may be eligible for a payment extension.
• Medical Needs Assistance: If a permanent member of the household has a serious medical condition requiring electricity, AES Ohio may be able to offer special assistance, including deferred payment for 30-90 days per year with physician certification.

AES Ohio Contact Information

• Official Website
• Customer Service Number: 800-433-8500
• Report An Outage Number: 877-468-8243
• Report an outage online here or check DP&L outage status here