Electricity rates in Canton, OH
Canton (71,885 people, Stark County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Ohio Power Co. pay about 20.33¢/kWh, 11% more than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Canton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 20.33¢ | $192 | 538K | 221 |
| Ohio Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.25¢ | $142 | 265K | 244 |
Power outages in Stark County right now
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Outage history in Stark County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 100 | 125 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,963 (3.2%) | 15,624 (6.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-06 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (100 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Genoa 17.4¢
- Perry Heights 20.3¢
- East Canton 20.3¢
- North Canton 20.3¢
- Richville 20.3¢
- Louisville 20.3¢
- Massillon 17.3¢
- Greentown 17.3¢
- Navarre 20.3¢
- Greensburg 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 44701, 44702, 44703, 44704, 44705, 44706, 44707, 44708, 44709, 44710, 44711, 44714, 44718, 44721, 44735, 44750, 44767, 44799
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Canton?
Most homes in Canton get power from Ohio Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 20.33¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Canton: Ohio Edison Co. (17.25¢).
What is the average electric bill in Canton?
About $192 a month, based on 944 kWh a month (the average for Ohio Power Co. customers) at 20.33¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Canton, OH?
2 utilities serve Canton's ZIP codes: Ohio Power Co., Ohio Edison Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Canton?
In 2025, customers in Stark County averaged 2 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 15,624 customers (6.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.