Average Electric Bill in Columbus, OH
What a typical household in Columbus pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Columbus pays about $126.19/month for electricity at roughly 14.35¢/kWh. Basis: Ohio Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Ohio over 12 months — the rate environment Columbus households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Ohio Power Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Ohio Power Co · 1,339,232 residential customers |
| State context | Ohio: $166.81/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 906,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Columbus?
Expect roughly $126.19 per month for a typical household in Columbus — based on Ohio Power Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Columbus?
About 14.35¢ per kWh (Ohio Power Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Columbus pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Columbus higher or lower than the Ohio average?
Ohio Power Co averages $126.19 — below the state average of $166.81.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Ohio Power Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Ohio) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.