Electricity rates in South Amherst, OH
South Amherst (1,668 people, Lorain 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 South Amherst
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.25¢ | $142 | 265K | 244 |
| Lorain-Medina R E C | Electric cooperative | 18.84¢ | $228 | 15K | 215 |
Power outages in Lorain County right now
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Outage history in Lorain County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 984 | 258 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 53,056 (50%) | 17,246 (16.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-06 | 2025-12-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (984 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 44001, 44074
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Amherst?
Most homes in South Amherst 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 South Amherst: Lorain-Medina R E C (18.84¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Amherst?
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 South Amherst, OH?
2 utilities serve South Amherst's ZIP codes: Ohio Edison Co., Lorain-Medina R E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Amherst?
In 2025, customers in Lorain County averaged 4 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-18, when 17,246 customers (16.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.