Electric Rates Are Rising in Dayton
- AES Ohio (formerly DP&L)
- As of June 1, 2025, the generation (“Price-to-Compare”) rate for AES Ohio’s standard service increased by 87 cents per kWh, rising from approximately 0.094 kWh to 0.0945 kWh
- This equates to an increase of about $5/month for a typical household using 811 kWh/month
- The wholesale capacity auction price used to set these rates increased, along with planned capital upgrades, according to the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
- Duke Energy Ohio
- Beginning June 1, 2025, the generation rate rose by nearly 5¢/kWh, to 10.45¢/kWh
- Typical households using 1,000 kWh/month are seeing an increase of approximately $8.41/month over the term of the new three-year electric security plan
- Overall Pricing Trends
- Dayton residents are experiencing 10–15% increases in total electric bills for June 2025–May 2026, driven by surging capacity costs from PJM auctions (up 833%) and added grid infrastructure charges
- The average rate in Dayton now sits at around 09¢/kWh, translating to monthly bills near $100 for an average household using 899 kWh
⚠️ What This Means for You
- Homeowners are paying an extra $5–$8 per month, even without increasing usage.
- These prices aren’t temporary—they’re set for at least a year and include planned increases through 2026.
- With capacity and infrastructure costs only trending upward, future rate hikes are very likely.
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- Avoid production charges by generating your own electricity.
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🔧 Bottom Line
Electric rates in Dayton are on the rise—with clear effects on household budgets. Solar offers a proven, reliable buffer against ongoing and future increases.
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