Electricity rates in Salem, OH
Salem (12,003 people, Columbiana County) is served by Ohio Edison Co.. Homes on Ohio Edison Co. pay about 17.25¢/kWh, 5% less than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Salem
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.25¢ | $142 | 265K | 244 |
Power outages in Columbiana County right now
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Outage history in Columbiana County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 197 | 1,105 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,600 (7.3%) | 4,749 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-30 | 2025-07-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (197 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Leetonia 17.3¢
- Columbiana 17.3¢
- Sebring 17.3¢
- Canfield 17.3¢
- Alliance 20.3¢
- New Waterford 17.3¢
- Boardman 17.3¢
- Austintown 17.3¢
- Poland 17.3¢
- New Middletown 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 44460
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Salem?
Most homes in Salem 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Salem?
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 Salem, OH?
Ohio Edison Co. serves Salem.
How often does the power go out in Salem?
In 2025, customers in Columbiana County averaged 18 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-09, when 4,749 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.