Understanding Ohio Edison Electricity Rates

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Ohio Edison delivers electricity to over one million customers throughout Central and Northeast Ohio. They are a subsidiary of FirstEnergy which serves residents throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland and New Jersey.

If you’re an Ohio Edison customer, you have the benefit of Energy Choice. This means that you can shop for electricity rates, and switch to a retail electricity provider.

What is the AES Ohio Price to Compare?

The current AES Ohio price to compare is 7.43¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh) effective April 1st, 2025 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.

Ohio Edison Energy Choice

In 1999, Ohio deregulated the electricity market, giving consumers Energy Choice. This lets Ohioans choose their own electricity supplier, rather than being stuck with their local utility’s electricity supply.

There are many ways that you can take advantage of Energy Choice.

• Lock in a low fixed-rate plan – One of the main reasons why people switch. With Energy Choice, you can lock in a low electricity supply rate for years. This saves you from unexpected rate hikes and can help you save on your electricity bill.
• Take advantage of incentives – Some electricity plans come with incentives. They range from a 90-day risk-free guarantee to actual products like smart home systems.
• Supporting Green Power – Want to support renewable energy? A renewable energy electricity plan sources all its electricity from renewable sources. Look for the 100% Renewable Sources label in the ElectricityRates.com Marketplace.

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 Ohio Edison’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.

Understanding Your Ohio Edison Electricity Bill

When choosing an electricity plan, it’s important to understand your Ohio Edison electricity bill. There are two main components of your electricity bill: delivery charges and supply charges.

Delivery Charges

• For the delivery of electricity and infrastructure maintenance
• Charged by your local utility (Ohio Edison)
• Don’t change if you switch electricity providers

Supply Charges

• Charged for the electricity that your home uses
• Based on ¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh)
• Can be lower if you shop electricity rates

Financial Assistance Programs for Ohio Edison Customers

For Ohio Edison customers struggling to pay their electricity bills, several options for financial assistance are available:

State and Federal Programs:

• Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): This federally funded program provides a one-time payment to help eligible low-income Ohioans with their heating bills. Applications are accepted from July through May.
• Winter Crisis Program (WCP): From November 1st to March 31st, this HEAP component assists low-income households facing disconnection or with a low fuel supply during winter.
• Summer Crisis Program: Available July 1st to September 30th, this program offers cooling assistance to eligible low-income households, especially those with elderly or medically vulnerable members.
• Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus): This year-round program allows eligible low-income customers to pay a percentage of their income (5% or 10%) towards their energy bills, with potential debt forgiveness for timely payments.

Ohio Edison Specific Programs and Partnerships:

• Project REACH: Administered by the Salvation Army, this emergency hardship fund helps residential customers who have experienced a recent financial hardship.
• Pay Agreements: Ohio Edison 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.

Ohio Edison Contact Information

• Official Website
• Customer Service Number: 1-800-633-4766
• Report An Outage Number: 1-888-544-4877
• Report an outage online or view outage map here