The Illuminating Company's current price to compare is 11.24¢ per kWh for homes. That's the price you pay for electricity supply if you haven't chosen a supplier, and it's the number any supplier offer has to beat.
I keep this page current from the official published figures, so you can check it before you shop.
The Illuminating Company Price to Compare Right Now
| Customer type | Price per kWh | In effect |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | 11.24¢ | Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2026 |
Source: PUCO Energy Choice Ohio, Apples to Apples, residential Price to Compare (checked October 2, 2026). Supply only, in cents per kWh. Next change: January 1, 2027. Always check the price printed on your latest bill; your rate class is listed there.
What This Means for Your Business
- It changes on The Illuminating Company's schedule, not yours. A fixed price from a licensed supplier locks the number for the term you choose.
- What it's worth: Every 1¢ per kWh a supplier can beat the default price by is worth about $50 a month, or $600 a year, for a business using 5,000 kWh a month.
- It's a benchmark, not a quote. Licensed suppliers price your actual account. Whether an offer beats it depends on your usage, start date, and term.
- Capacity matters for bigger accounts. The Illuminating Company is in PJM, where capacity costs are part of what you pay. Check how any contract handles them. Here's the story on PJM capacity.
- Electric heating customers and business accounts have different prices; check your latest bill.
How to Compare an Offer to The Illuminating Company
- Find your rate class and price on your The Illuminating Company bill (or use the table above).
- Compare the price per kWh for supply only.
- Check the term, the end date, and what happens when the contract ends.
- Check for a cancellation fee and any monthly fee.
- More on shopping, contracts, and your rights in our Ohio guide.
Let Us Beat The Illuminating Company's Price for You
Send a photo of your The Illuminating Company bill. We get licensed suppliers to quote your actual account, read the fine print for you, and watch your end date so a quiet rollover never costs you. It's free to you: the supplier you choose pays us. If nothing beats what you pay now, we'll tell you.
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FAQ
What is The Illuminating Company's price to compare right now?
Residential: 11.24 cents per kWh (Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2026). Source: PUCO Energy Choice Ohio, Apples to Apples, residential Price to Compare.
When does it change next?
January 1, 2027.
Does switching suppliers change who delivers my power?
No. The Illuminating Company still delivers your electricity and handles outages. Only the supply price changes.
Is this the lowest price available?
Not necessarily. It's the benchmark. Licensed suppliers may offer a lower fixed price for your account, depending on your usage, start date, and term.