Electricity rates in Winchester, OH
Winchester (1,035 people, Adams County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Ohio pay about 17.39¢/kWh, 5% less than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Winchester
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Ohio | Investor-owned utility | 17.39¢ | $159 | 278K | 178 |
| South Central Power Company | Electric cooperative | 16.56¢ | $186 | 118K | 298 |
Power outages in Adams County right now
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Outage history in Adams County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,505 | 522 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 76 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,694 (45.6%) | 4,610 (27.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-03 | 2025-03-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,505 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Union 20.3¢
- Peebles 16.6¢
- Georgetown 17.4¢
- Mount Orab 17.4¢
- Ripley 17.4¢
- Hillsboro 18.6¢
- Aberdeen 17.4¢
- Lynchburg 17.4¢
- Williamsburg 17.4¢
- Bethel 17.4¢
ZIP codes: 45697
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Winchester?
Most homes in Winchester get power from Duke Energy Ohio, where residential customers pay an average of 17.39¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Winchester: South Central Power Company (16.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Winchester?
About $159 a month, based on 915 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Ohio customers) at 17.39¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Winchester, OH?
2 utilities serve Winchester's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Ohio, South Central Power Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Winchester?
In 2025, customers in Adams County averaged 8 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 76 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-11, when 4,610 customers (27.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.