Electricity rates in Westlake, OH
Westlake (32,428 people, Cuyahoga County) is served by Cleveland Electric Illum Co.. Homes on Cleveland Electric Illum Co. pay about 17.97¢/kWh, 2% less than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Westlake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- Bay Village 18.0¢
- North Olmsted 18.0¢
- Fairview Park 18.0¢
- Rocky River 18.0¢
- Avon Center 17.3¢
- Olmsted Falls 17.3¢
- Avon 17.3¢
- Lakewood 18.0¢
- Avon Lake 17.3¢
- North Ridgeville 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 44145
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Westlake?
Most homes in Westlake get power from Cleveland Electric Illum Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.97¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Westlake?
About $114 a month, based on 636 kWh a month (the average for Cleveland Electric Illum Co. customers) at 17.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Westlake, OH?
Cleveland Electric Illum Co. serves Westlake.
How often does the power go out in Westlake?
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.