Whether you were born and raised in Ohio or are thinking of moving to the “Buckeye State,” a common question among energy consumers is how much energy bills should be. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, being aware of the average cost of electricity and natural gas can serve as a great benchmark for creating a budget and finding ways to lower your bills. Find out what the average homeowner pays for natural gas and electricity in Northeast Ohio.

Average Electric Bill in Northeast Ohio

In the Cleveland-Akron-Lorain metropolitan area*, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports that the average price for electricity for residents is 11.91 cents per kWh, which is significantly lower than the national average of $13.71 cents.

In addition to the price of electricity, other costs—like charges from your utility company and energy supplier—are all factored into your electric bill. The Ohio Utility Rate Survey from the Ohio Public Utilities Commission identified the average electric bill for homeowners in July 2021 for these Northeast Ohio cities:

• Ashtabula: $107.23
• Canton: $102.22
• Cleveland: $107.23
• Akron: $107.43
• Youngstown: $107.43
• Lorain: $107.43
• Marion: $107.43
• Mansfield: $107.43

Average Gas Bill in Northeast Ohio

The BLS reports that the average price for natural gas in the greater Cleveland area is $9.02 per Mcf, or thousand cubic feet. This is about 20 percent lower than the national average of $10.84 per Mcf.

According to the same 2021 Ohio Public Utilities Commission survey, the average natural gas bill for homeowners in these Northeast Ohio cities are as follows:

• Ashtabula: $76.28
• Canton: $76.20
• Cleveland: $76.67
• Akron: $76.28
• Youngstown: $76.44
• Lorain: $101.10
• Marion: $100.97
• Mansfield: $100.84

Lower Your Energy Bills

Do your utility bills seem to always be greater than these averages? Find ways to lower your gas and electric bills by signing up for our newsletter. The monthly newsletter will provide you with energy-saving tips, maintenance reminders, helpful energy-efficient content, and chances to win smart home technology. In the meantime, check out the NOPEC tip resource page to identify where you can be more energy efficient in your home.

*The Cleveland-Akron-Lorain, Ohio metropolitan statistical area consists of Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Summit Counties in Ohio.

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