Akron electricity plans are competitive! And with Ohio Edison utility rates changing quarterly, it pays to shop electricity comparison sites in Ohio to find the best pricing.
ElectricityPlans.com lets you compare rates from major utility companies and retail electric providers to find the best plan for your home or business. Review all resources below (or by entering your zip code) to see what you’ll save.
Contents
- What is the Electric Utility Company in Akron Ohio?
- How to Find the Best Electricity Rates in Akron
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Electric Utility Company in Akron Ohio?
Ohio Edison is the utility company for Akron Ohio.
Under the Energy Choice Ohio program, you can choose your electricity supplier. You can pay the Standard Service Offer with Ohio Edison. Or you can choose one of the suppliers approved by the Public Utility Commission of Ohio. With the utility, you have a base electricity rate with quarterly adjustments.
With a supplier, you can protect yourself against high electricity rates and lock in a fixed rate plan. That’s why many Ohioans shop for a fixed rate electricity plan from a certified electricity supplier list.
Shop Residential & Business Electricity Rates Near You
Compare Electricity Rates in Akron Ohio (Ohio Edison)
| Ohio Edison (FirstEnergy)’s residential Price to Compare for the generation supply portion of your bill is 10.92¢/kWh from July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026. Compare that to the supplier rates below. | ||||
| Plan Name | Term | Rate/kWh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Power 12 Month Fixed with Monthly Fee | 12 | 8.89 ¢ | ||
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 10 | 10 | 10.49 ¢ | ||
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 20 | 20 | 10.49 ¢ | ||
| Public Power 20 Month Fixed | 20 | 10.59 ¢ | ||
| Energy Harbor Safe Harbor Value 12 | 12 | 10.69 ¢ | ||
| Public Power 12 Month Fixed | 12 | 10.79 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy SureLock 9 | 9 | 10.89 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy SureLock 12 | 12 | 11.29 ¢ | ||
| Santanna Energy Services Fixed Rate Electricity 12 | 12 | 11.40 ¢ | ||
| Constellation 10 Month Home Power Plan | 10 | 11.49 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 10 | 10 | 11.59 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy SimpleClean 12 | 12 | 11.59 ¢ | ||
| XOOM Energy SureLock 24 | 24 | 11.69 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 12 | 12 | 11.79 ¢ | ||
| Constellation 18 Month Home Power Plan | 18 | 11.99 ¢ | ||
| APG&E True Classic 12 | 12 | 12.00 ¢ | ||
| Direct Energy Live Brighter 18 | 18 | 12.19 ¢ | ||
| Think Clean 12 | 12 | 12.50 ¢ | ||
Business Electricity Rates in Akron Ohio
| Plan Name | Term | Rate/kWh |
|---|---|---|
| APG&E APG&E 48 Months | 48 | 10.52 ¢ |
| ENGIE 60 Months | 60 | 10.84 ¢ |
| ENGIE 48 Months | 48 | 10.85 ¢ |
| ENGIE 12 Months | 12 | 10.86 ¢ |
| ENGIE 36 Months | 36 | 10.92 ¢ |
| ENGIE 24 Months | 24 | 10.95 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 60 Months | 60 | 10.98 ¢ |
| ENGIE 6 Months | 6 | 10.98 ¢ |
| ENGIE 18 Months | 18 | 11.02 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 24 Months | 24 | 11.88 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 36 Months | 36 | 11.89 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 18 Months | 18 | 11.97 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 12 Months | 12 | 12.01 ¢ |
| APG&E APG&E 6 Months | 6 | 12.12 ¢ |
How to Find the Best Electricity Rates in Akron
If you haven’t shopped for an electricity rate in a while, that’s understood. For the last year, Ohio Edison had a great rate for electricity. And now they don’t. Here’s a fresher on how to find the best (cheapest) electricity price for your home in the Akron area.
Time needed: 10 minutes
How to shop for the Cheapest Electricity Price in Akron
- Enter your zip code.
Enter your zip code at ElectricityPlans.com.
- Compare the rate per kWh.
The price per kWh (kilowatt hour) is the price you’ll pay for every unit of electricity you use.
- Read the details so you know what you’re getting.
Review the plan information such as the contract term and termination fee. Suppliers can’t charge an early termination fee for residential electricity in Ohio.
- Select your plan and enroll.
Once you find the best plan for you (usually the cheapest electricity rate), make the switch. You’ll just select your plan, then enter your information (including your electricity account number).
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest electricity rate in Akron as of August 31, 2026 is 8.89 ¢/kWh with Public Power Public Power 12 Month Fixed with Monthly Fee. Other providers like Energy Harbor also offer competitive rates starting at 10.49 ¢/kWh.
The average electricity rate in Akron is 11.24¢ per kWh based on rates as of 08/31/2026. That's based on a typical home in Akron using 846 kWh. The average monthly electricity bill in Akron is $95.09.
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