This area is served by 36 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 10.8¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 44243 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 44243?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Cleveland Electric Illum Co) and gas (East Ohio Gas Co/Dominion, (800) 362-7557) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 44243 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Kent, OH averages 10.8¢/kWh, about 34% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 32% below the Ohio state average of 16.0¢/kWh. Natural gas in Ohio averages $13.77/Mcf — close to the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 44243?
No — electricity in Kent, OH costs about 34% less than the national average. Compared to Ohio overall, rates here are about 32% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What county is 44243 in?
ZIP code 44243 is in Portage County, Ohio.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.