Electricity rates in Bedford, OH
Bedford (12,747 people, Cuyahoga County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Ohio Edison Co. pay about 17.25¢/kWh, 5% less than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Bedford
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.25¢ | $142 | 265K | 244 |
| Cleveland Electric Illum Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.97¢ | $114 | 137K | 196 |
Power outages in Cuyahoga County right now
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Outage history in Cuyahoga County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,760 | 198 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 223,470 (37.1%) | 25,369 (4.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-07 | 2025-06-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,760 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Glendale 18.0¢
- Bedford Heights 18.0¢
- Maple Heights 18.0¢
- Walton Hills 18.0¢
- Warrensville Heights 18.0¢
- North Randall 18.0¢
- Northfield 17.3¢
- Valley View 18.0¢
- Garfield Heights 18.0¢
- Orange 18.0¢
ZIP codes: 44146
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bedford?
Most homes in Bedford get power from Ohio Edison Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.25¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bedford: Cleveland Electric Illum Co. (17.97¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bedford?
About $142 a month, based on 821 kWh a month (the average for Ohio Edison Co. customers) at 17.25¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bedford, OH?
2 utilities serve Bedford's ZIP codes: Ohio Edison Co., Cleveland Electric Illum Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bedford?
In 2025, customers in Cuyahoga County averaged 3 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-14, when 25,369 customers (4.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.