Average Electric Bill in Dayton, OH
What a typical household in Dayton pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Dayton pays about $78.71/month for electricity at roughly 8.54¢/kWh. Basis: Dayton Power & Light Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Ohio over 12 months — the rate environment Dayton households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Dayton Power & Light Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Dayton Power & Light Co · 478,741 residential customers |
| State context | Ohio: $166.81/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 137,553 (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 Dayton?
Expect roughly $78.71 per month for a typical household in Dayton — based on Dayton Power & Light Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Dayton?
About 8.54¢ per kWh (Dayton Power & Light Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Dayton pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Dayton higher or lower than the Ohio average?
Dayton Power & Light Co averages $78.71 — below the state average of $166.81.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Dayton Power & Light Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Ohio) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.