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Compare Akron, Ohio electricity companies, current Ohio Edison supply rates, electricity plans, contract terms, renewable options and fees. Learn how to compare competitive suppliers before choosing a plan.
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Rates, supplier availability, fees and promotional offers vary by ZIP code, utility territory and electricity usage. Review the current supplier offer and terms before enrolling.
10.92¢
Ohio Edison Price to Compare*
8.19¢+
Example competitive offers*
1,000 kWh
Common comparison usage
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Which Akron electricity plan is right for you?
The lowest advertised rate isn't necessarily the lowest-cost plan. Compare the complete supplier offer against your expected electricity usage.
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Fixed-rate contracts can provide more predictable supply pricing during the contract period.
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Akron electricity rates
Compare Akron electricity providers and rates
These are representative residential competitive supplier offers listed in the Ohio Energy Choice comparison database for Ohio Edison territory. Prices shown represent the electricity supply portion of the bill. Utility delivery charges are separate.
● Rate snapshot: August 2026
| Provider | Example offer | Rate* | Term | Supply at 1,000 kWh* | Monthly Fee | Type | Renewable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Public Power
Competitive supplier
|
Fixed residential offer |
8.19¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$81.90 | $14.95 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Ohio Gas & Electric
|
Fixed residential offer |
9.09¢
/kWh
|
20 months | ~$90.90 | $9.95 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Better Buy Energy
|
Fixed residential offer |
9.59¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$95.90 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Brighten Energy
|
100% renewable fixed offer |
9.79¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$97.90 | $0 | Fixed | 100% |
|
Energy Harbor
|
Fixed residential offer |
10.09¢
/kWh
|
20 months | ~$100.90 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
American Power & Gas
|
Fixed residential offer |
10.19¢
/kWh
|
12 months | ~$101.90 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
NRG Home
|
Fixed residential offer |
11.10¢
/kWh
|
6 months | ~$111.00 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
CleanChoice Energy
|
100% renewable fixed offer |
10.10¢
/kWh
|
12 months | ~$101.00 | $0 | Fixed | 100% |
*Rates are representative August 2026 snapshots from the Ohio Energy Choice comparison database for Ohio Edison residential territory. Ohio Edison's residential Price to Compare is 10.92¢/kWh for the generation supply portion from July 1 through September 30, 2026. Supplier prices, eligibility, fees and availability can change. Delivery, distribution and transmission charges are separate. The 1,000-kWh figures above multiply the advertised supply rate by 1,000 and do not include recurring monthly fees. Always compare the current supplier offer with your actual bill and review the complete terms before enrolling.
Popular Akron plans
Compare plans by price, term and renewable content
Akron electricity shoppers should look beyond the headline cents-per-kWh price and compare contract length, cancellation fees, monthly charges and renewable content.
Public Power
Fixed residential offer
8.19¢
per kWh*
9 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
$14.95
Monthly fee
- Current Ohio Edison territory offer
- Fixed-rate structure
- Lowest displayed cents-per-kWh rate in this snapshot
- Monthly fee should be included in total-cost comparison
Ohio Gas & Electric
Fixed residential offer
9.09¢
per kWh*
20 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
$9.95
Monthly fee
- Competitive supplier offer
- Fixed-rate structure
- Longer example contract term
- Include monthly fees when comparing total cost
Better Buy Energy
Fixed residential offer
9.59¢
per kWh*
9 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
$0
Monthly fee
- Fixed-rate residential offer
- No monthly fee shown in this listing
- Shorter example contract term
- Check current supplier terms before enrollment
Brighten Energy
100% renewable fixed offer
9.79¢
per kWh*
9 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
100%
Renewable
- 100% renewable-energy content
- Fixed-rate structure
- 9-month example term
- No monthly fee shown in this listing
Akron electricity guide
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How to choose the best electricity plan
Akron electricity shoppers should compare a supplier's generation price with the Price to Compare on their Ohio Edison bill. The competitive supplier does not replace the utility's delivery service.
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500 kWh
Lower-usage household
Apartments and smaller homes may use less electricity. Check monthly charges because they can have a larger effect at lower usage.
1,000 kWh
Common comparison level
1,000 kWh is commonly used when comparing Ohio electricity offers, but your actual household usage may be different.
2,000 kWh
Higher-usage home
Larger Akron-area homes and properties with electric heating or cooling can use substantially more electricity.
Winter
Watch electric-heating usage
Akron winters can increase electricity consumption for homes using electric heating, heat pumps or supplemental electric heat.
Understand your bill
What determines your Akron electric bill?
The competitive supplier rate is only one component of what you ultimately pay.
Electricity supply
This is the generation or supply portion that competitive electricity suppliers price in the Ohio Energy Choice marketplace.
Ohio Edison delivery
Ohio Edison handles regulated distribution and delivery charges for customers in its applicable electric service territory.
Supplier fees
Monthly charges, early termination fees and other plan-specific terms can affect the total cost of a competitive electricity plan.
Before you switch
Five things to check before choosing a plan
Compare the supplier's generation rate against the Ohio Edison Price to Compare shown on your bill.
Check whether the plan lasts 3, 4, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24 or another number of months.
Check the cancellation fee before enrolling, particularly if you may move during the contract.
A lower cents-per-kWh price can be offset by a recurring monthly charge.
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Supplier availability can vary by address and utility territory. Enter your ZIP code to check the plans available to your home.
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Akron electricity FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Important things to know before switching electricity suppliers in Akron, Ohio.
What are the best electricity providers in Akron?
Akron-area customers may find offers from
suppliers such as Public Power, Energy Harbor,
Ohio Gas & Electric, Better Buy Energy, Brighten
Energy, NRG Home, IGS Energy, Direct Energy,
Constellation, CleanChoice Energy and other
certified competitive retail electric suppliers.
The best option depends on your address, usage and
complete plan terms.
What is the current electricity rate in Akron?
Ohio Edison's residential Price to Compare for
the generation supply portion of the bill is
10.92¢ per kWh for July 1 through
September 30, 2026. Competitive supplier offers can
be above or below that benchmark.
Does Akron have deregulated electricity?
Ohio has a competitive retail electricity market.
Eligible customers can select a competitive
electricity supplier while the local utility
continues to provide regulated delivery service.
Does Ohio Edison choose my electricity supplier?
Ohio Edison operates the electric delivery system
and provides standard service for customers who do
not select an alternative supplier. Eligible
customers can compare competitive supplier offers
separately.
What is Ohio Edison's Price to Compare?
The Price to Compare is the benchmark generation
supply price shown on an Ohio Edison customer's
bill. Competitive supplier offers should be
compared against this amount.
Is the cheapest cents-per-kWh rate always best?
No. Check monthly fees, contract length, early
termination fees, renewable content and other
plan-specific charges. Your actual bill also
includes utility delivery charges.
Should I choose a fixed-rate electricity plan?
Fixed-rate plans can provide more predictable
supply pricing during the contract. However,
cancellation fees and contract length should be
considered before enrolling.
Electricity pricing disclosure: Rates shown on this page are representative August 2026 market snapshots and can change frequently. Ohio Edison's 10.92¢/kWh Price to Compare applies to the generation supply portion for July 1 through September 30, 2026. Competitive supplier rates vary by ZIP code, eligibility, contract, fees and plan terms. Supplier rates do not represent the complete delivered electricity bill. Distribution, transmission, taxes and other utility charges may apply. Always review the current supplier offer and applicable terms before enrolling.