Columbus Ohio Electricity Rates — Compare Suppliers
Columbus is the largest city in AEP Ohio's service territory, giving residents access to a wide selection of competitive electricity suppliers. With hundreds of thousands of households eligible to shop, supplier competition tends to keep fixed-rate offers close to or below the utility benchmark. Comparing plans regularly is one of the easiest ways for Columbus homeowners and renters to manage their electricity costs.
10.49¢/kWh
APG&E - Fixed 3mo
7.18¢/kWh
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Serving AEP Ohio territory including Columbus
Top suppliers for Columbus
These suppliers serve Columbus through the AEP Ohio territory. Rates shown are for residential generation supply.
| Supplier | Rate | Type | Term | Renewable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APG&E - Fixed 3mo | 7.18¢/kWh | fixed | 3 months | 0% |
| American Power & Gas of Ohio, LLC - Variable 1mo | 7.33¢/kWh | variable | 1 months | 25% |
| American Power & Gas of Ohio, LLC - Fixed 3mo | 7.45¢/kWh | fixed | 3 months | 25% |
| American Power & Gas of Ohio, LLC - Fixed 3mo | 7.95¢/kWh | fixed | 3 months | 100% |
| Clearview Electric Inc - Fixed 9mo | 8.09¢/kWh | fixed | 9 months | 0% |
| Clearview Electric Inc - Fixed 9mo | 8.39¢/kWh | fixed | 9 months | 0% |
Best green option
American Power & Gas of Ohio, LLC - Fixed 3mo at 7.95¢/kWh (100% renewable).
City details
Columbus is located in Franklin County with a population of approximately 905,748.
Frequently asked questions
Who delivers electricity in Columbus?
AEP Ohio handles all delivery, maintenance, and outage restoration in Columbus regardless of which generation supplier you choose.
How many suppliers are available to Columbus residents?
Columbus typically has one of the largest supplier menus in the state because of its population size. The exact count changes as suppliers enter and exit the market.
Can Columbus renters switch electricity suppliers?
Yes. Any residential customer with an AEP Ohio account can enroll with a competitive supplier, whether they own or rent their home.
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