The average electricity rate per kWh in Ohio was 5.34 cents, 2.2 percent lower than zip code 45001. When the energy market in Ohio was deregulated it allowed customers to shop around for the provider that would best suit their needs. Lawmakers hoped to create competition to provide lower costs and increased reliability for consumers.
Average Energy Costs per kWh by zip during April
| Rank | Zip | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43008 | 5.27¢ |
| 2 | 43412 | 5.29¢ |
| 3 | 43001 | 5.33¢ |
| 3 | 43009 | 5.33¢ |
| 5 | 43420 | 5.34¢ |
| 5 | 44003 | 5.34¢ |
| 7 | 45001 | 5.46¢ |
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