Today’s cheapest Kent electricity rate is 3.89¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Across 127 plans from 36 providers, rates average 9.15¢/kWh and top out at 13.99¢. 78 of 127 plans are priced between 8-10¢/kWh.
Sorted by price at 1,000 kWh. Plans with bill credits can cost more at other usage levels — check the EFL for the full breakdown.
| Provider | Plan | Rate | Action |
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SFE Energy Pennsylvania, Inc.
SFE Energy Ohio Inc 6 - 3.89¢
6 months
Cheapest
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3.89¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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American Power & Gas
American Power & Gas of Ohio LLC 3 - 5.59¢
3 months
Low Rate
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5.59¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Major Energy
Major Energy Electric Services LLC 3 - 6.19¢
3 months
Low Rate
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6.19¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Public Power, LLC
Public Power LLC 6 - 6.29¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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6.29¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Ohio Gas & Electric
Ohio Gas & Electric 6 - 6.79¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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6.79¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Clearview Electric Inc
Clearview Electric Inc 9 - 7.49¢
9 months
Fixed Rate
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7.49¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Just Energy
Just Energy 12 - 7.49¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.49¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Dynegy Energy Services East LLC
Dynegy Energy Services East LLC 0 - 7.69¢
Variable
Fixed Rate
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7.69¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Santanna Energy Services
Santanna Energy Services 6 - 7.75¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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7.75¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Better Buy Energy
Better Buy Energy 0 - 7.89¢
Variable
Fixed Rate
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7.89¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AEP Energy Inc
AEP Energy Inc 5 - 7.99¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
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7.99¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Utility Gas and Power
Utility Gas and Power 12 - 7.99¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
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7.99¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Brighten Energy
Brighten Energy 0 - 8.09¢
Variable
Fixed Rate
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8.09¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Energy Harbor LLC
Energy Harbor LLC 6 - 8.19¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
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8.19¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Atlantic Energy
Atlantic Energy MD LLC 12 - 8.30¢
12 months
Fixed Rate
|
8.30¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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CleanSky Energy
Embrace Green 6
6 months
Fixed Rate
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8.39¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Inspire
Inspire Energy Holdings LLC 6 - 8.49¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
|
8.49¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Powervine Energy LLC
Powervine Energy LLC 6 - 8.49¢
6 months
Fixed Rate
|
8.49¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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AP GAS & ELECTRIC (TX) LLC
APG&E 5 - 8.67¢
5 months
Fixed Rate
|
8.67¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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NRG
NRG Home 3 - 8.70¢
3 months
Fixed Rate
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8.70¢
per kWh at 1,000 kWh
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Showing the 20 cheapest Kent electricity plans based on 1,000 kWh usage.
Kent is a college town in Portage County, home to Kent State University and Davey Tree Expert Company headquarters. The average household uses 700–900 kWh/month.
Kent experiences cold winters and warm summers typical of NE Ohio. Homes with electric heat can see usage swing from 500 kWh in spring to 1,100–1,300 kWh in January. Lock in a fixed rate to avoid seasonal price swings.
We compare rates from 36 certified CRES providers active in Ohio Edison’s Kent territory. Every supplier below offers plans to Kent residents today.
Kent’s economy is built on its pottery heritage, Y-Bridge tourism, Muskingum County government, and regional manufacturing. Commercial customers access deregulated rates through Ohio Edison territory.
Business electricity pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.
We track electricity rates across 2 ZIP codes in the Kent area served by Ohio Edison. Find your ZIP below to confirm you can shop for Kent electricity plans on this page.
Don’t see your ZIP? Ohio Edison’s territory extends across northeast Ohio. Enter your ZIP code at the top of this page to check availability and compare Kent electricity plans.
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and suppliers in Kent and the Ohio Edison service area.
In Kent, electricity delivery and supply are separated. your local utility handles the wires and infrastructure, while you pick from competing suppliers (CRES (Competitive Retail Electric Service) providers) for your actual electricity. This competition is regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO).
Right now, Kent rates start at 3.89¢/kWh for 1,000 kWh usage, offered by SFE Energy Pennsylvania, Inc. (SFE Energy Ohio Inc 6 - 3.89¢). With 127 plans on the market, the average is 9.15¢/kWh. That’s a 57% spread between the cheapest and the average.
A typical Kent household using 1,000 kWh pays around $92/month at the average rate of 9.15¢/kWh. Your bill will vary with seasonal usage patterns — summer AC and winter heating drive the biggest swings.
your local utility handles all electricity delivery in Kent — the physical infrastructure, meter reading, and outage response. Your choice of supplier only affects who generates and bills for the supply portion.
Switching is straightforward: compare plans, choose a CRES (Competitive Retail Electric Service) provider, and sign up. The new supplier coordinates with your local utility automatically. Expect the switch to take 1–2 billing cycles. There’s no physical work needed and no outage.
Most suppliers move you to a month-to-month variable rate after your fixed term ends. This is usually higher than your locked-in rate. Set a reminder to compare plans before your contract expires.
Kent business electricity is priced differently from residential. Your rate depends on peak demand (kW), total consumption (kWh), and contract term. Request quotes from multiple CRES (Competitive Retail Electric Service) providers to find the most competitive offer.
your local utility. Your electricity supplier has no role in outage response — that’s always handled by the delivery company.
These are real-time rates from the ElectricChoice.com electric rate and plan marketplace. The inclusion, exclusion, ranking, or naming of any rate, plan, or provider on this page does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Listed rates may or may not account for all plan features, fees, etc. You should review each plan’s disclosure statement and contract terms before enrolling.