Ohio Edison Price to Compare
Current rate
By John Spencer • Updated June 2026
Ohio Edison's Price to Compare (PTC) is the default supply rate for customers who haven't chosen a competitive electricity supplier. It's also the benchmark for shopping — any supplier rate below the PTC saves you money.
Current Price to Compare
10.83¢/kWh
As of June 1, 2026
Ohio utilities update the Price to Compare monthly, so this figure is current as of June 2026. The Standard Service Offer (SSO) auction sets the default generation price; the Price to Compare shown here is what you actually shop suppliers against.
Confirm your current PTC at Apples to Apples →How Ohio Edison sets its Price to Compare
Ohio Edison Company doesn't set the PTC arbitrarily. The rate reflects actual costs of procuring electricity for default service customers through a process overseen by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
Ohio Edison runs competitive auctions to buy wholesale electricity. These auctions secure supply from generators at market prices. The utility then passes these costs directly to customers — no markup, no profit on the supply side.
The PTC includes generation costs, transmission charges, and regulatory compliance costs. When wholesale electricity prices rise — as they have with recent capacity market increases — the PTC rises accordingly.
Rate changes occur periodically. The PUCO publishes upcoming rates before they take effect.
How Ohio Edison PTC compares to competitive suppliers
The current Ohio Edison PTC of 10.83¢/kWh is the rate for customers who haven't shopped. But competitive suppliers often offer lower rates.
PUCO-licensed suppliers in Ohio Edisonterritory frequently offer fixed rates below the current PTC.
Savings math
At typical Ohio Edison household usage of approximately 846 kWh/month:
Ohio Edison default (10.83¢): $91.62/month supply
Competitive rate (est.): Lower supply cost available
Potential savings: $100-200/year
How to switch from Ohio Edison PTC to a competitive supplier
Find your Ohio Edison account number
Look at the top of your Ohio Edisonbill. Your account number is typically 10 digits. You'll need this to complete enrollment with any supplier.
Compare available rates
Use Apples to Apples (the state's official tool) or Volt Butler to compare supplier rates. Look for fixed rates below the current 10.83¢ PTC.
Enroll online
Select your plan and complete enrollment on the supplier's website. You'll enter your Ohio Edison account number to authorize the switch.
Wait 1-2 billing cycles
The switch processes automatically through Ohio Edison. No phone calls required, no service interruption. Your new rate appears on your bill once the switch completes.
Frequently asked questions about Ohio Edison PTC
- What is Ohio Edison's current Price to Compare?
- Ohio Edison's current residential Price to Compare is 10.83 cents per kilowatt-hour (¢/kWh), in effect as of June 1, 2026. Ohio utilities update the Price to Compare monthly, so this figure is current as of June 2026. The Standard Service Offer (SSO) auction sets the default generation price; the Price to Compare shown here is what you actually shop suppliers against.
- Why does Ohio Edison's PTC change?
- Ohio Edison's Price to Compare changes because the utility procures electricity through periodic auctions. These auctions reflect current wholesale electricity costs, capacity market results, and regulatory requirements. When wholesale costs rise, the PTC rises accordingly. The PUCOreviews and approves all rate changes.
- Is Ohio Edison's PTC the cheapest option in their territory?
- Usually not. Ohio Edison's PTCis the default rate for customers who haven't chosen a competitive supplier. Licensed competitive suppliers often offer rates below the PTC.
- Will switching from Ohio Edison change my utility service?
- No. Switching suppliers only changes who generates your electricity. Ohio Edison remains your utility for all delivery and service purposes. They still own the poles and wires, respond to outages, read your meter, and send your bill. There is no service interruption during the switch.
Find rates below the Ohio Edison PTC
Current PTC: 10.83¢/kWh. Many suppliers offer lower rates.
Free comparison • PUCO-licensed suppliers only • No paid placements