Electricity rates in South Charleston, OH
South Charleston (1,661 people, Clark 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 Charleston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.25¢ | $142 | 265K | 244 |
| Dayton Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.59¢ | $182 | 143K | 168 |
Power outages in Clark County right now
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Outage history in Clark County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 192 | 251 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,093 (9.6%) | 17,465 (20.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (192 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lisbon 20.3¢
- London 17.3¢
- Cedarville 17.3¢
- Springfield 17.3¢
- Choctaw Lake 17.3¢
- Jeffersonville 18.6¢
- Jamestown 18.6¢
- Yellow Springs 17.3¢
- Shawnee Hills 18.6¢
- Wilberforce 18.6¢
ZIP codes: 45368
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Charleston?
Most homes in South Charleston 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 Charleston: Dayton Power & Light Co. (18.59¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Charleston?
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 Charleston, OH?
2 utilities serve South Charleston's ZIP codes: Ohio Edison Co., Dayton Power & Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Charleston?
In 2025, customers in Clark County averaged 4 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 17,465 customers (20.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.