Extensive Fast Charging
1,403+ DC fast ports support regional travel.
States / Ohio
EV Charging Costs in Ohio
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Ohio is a practical EV cost market where charging economics depend on utility territory and supplier structure as much as headline electricity rates. For many households, the biggest savings opportunity comes from pairing home charging with time-based rates and limiting public fast charging to highway or contingency use. The strongest budgeting method is to evaluate full monthly bill impact, not just cents-per-kWh.
Average Rate
$0.18/kWh
Rank #34 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
1,884
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Ohio
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.18/kWh
$0.00/kWh above US average
up 3.4%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Ohio Utility Average | $0.18/kWh |
| Ohio Municipal Utility | $0.17/kWh |
Utility Context for Ohio EV Drivers
Ohio combines competitive supply dynamics in parts of the state with utility-specific billing structures and EV programs. Drivers usually get better cost outcomes by checking territory rules, reviewing available TOU-style options, and aligning routine charging to lower-demand hours.
- Ohio EV economics vary across major service areas, including AEP Ohio, AES Ohio, and FirstEnergy utilities, so one statewide assumption rarely matches real household bills.
- AEP Ohio publishes time-of-use pricing guidance, which is a key lever for drivers who can schedule overnight charging on a consistent basis.
- AES Ohio and FirstEnergy publish EV customer resources that help drivers compare home-charging setup choices and public-charging fallback strategies.
- For intercity trips, Ohio Turnpike plaza charging coverage supports corridor reliability, but most monthly cost control still comes from disciplined home-charging behavior.
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Ohio for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Ohio
View more Ohio cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $0.19/kWh | $50.00/month | View city page -> |
| Columbus Metro | $0.18/kWh | $47.37/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Columbus Suburbs | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Ohio
Level 2 Ports
3,644
DC Fast Ports
1,403
Stations per 100k Residents
16.0
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Ohio and update per state page.
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How Ohio Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio (Current) | $0.18/kWh | #34 | 1,403 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | #37 | 1,549 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.20/kWh | #38 | 1,771 |
| West Virginia | $0.16/kWh | #31 | 210 |
| Kentucky | $0.14/kWh | #13 | 409 |
| Indiana | $0.17/kWh | #32 | 904 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Ohio?
Using Ohio's average residential rate ($0.18/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $47.37 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Ohio?
Toledo is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.17/kWh, while Cleveland reaches about $0.20/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Ohio?
Ohio shows about 1,884 public charging locations, 1,403 DC fast ports, and roughly 16.0 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Ohio cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Kentucky is currently lower at $0.14/kWh, while Ohio is $0.18/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Ohio?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Non-Networked, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.