Electric Water Heater (Tank) in Parma — $560/yr to Run (11.4¢/kWh)

Your electric water heater (tank) in Parma costs about $47/month at 11.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Parma, OH Electricity Rate

11.4¢/kWh

Utility: AEP Ohio

-13% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$1.53

13.5 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$46.69

411 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$560

4,928 kWh/yr

Lifetime (12yr)

$6,723

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Monthly Cost Breakdown in Parma

PeriodkWhParma CostNational AvgDifference
Daily13.5$1.53$1.76$-0.22
Weekly94.5$10.74$12.29$-1.54
Monthly410.6$46.69$53.38$-6.69
Quarterly1231.9$140.06$160.14$-20.08
Annual4927.5$560.26$640.58$-80.32

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Daily

$1.53

Monthly

$46.69

Annual

$560

12-Year

$6,723

Energy Saving Tips for Electric Water Heater (Tank) in Parma

  • Parma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • An ENERGY STAR Electric Water Heater (Tank) in Parma saves ~$84/year compared to standard models.
  • A smart Electric Water Heater (Tank) with scheduling optimization can save ~$84/year at Parma rates.
  • Set temperature to 120F
  • Insulate tank and hot water pipes
  • Drain sediment annually

ENERGY STAR Savings: Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Electric Water Heater (Tank) in Parma saves approximately $84/year at local rates — $1,008 over the appliance lifetime.

Electric Water Heater (Tank) Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Parma
Parma (current)11.4¢$560
Columbus12.8¢$633+$73
Cleveland14.4¢$710+$149
Cincinnati15.6¢$769+$208
Toledo12.9¢$637+$76
Akron13.5¢$665+$105
Dayton15.7¢$773+$213
Canton12.9¢$635+$75
Lorain12.1¢$597+$37

Electric Water Heater (Tank) Energy Cost FAQ — Parma, OH

Understanding Electric Water Heater (Tank) Energy Costs in Parma, OH

In the Parma area, AEP Ohio serves a smaller residential base, and rates can be more sensitive to seasonal demand swings than in larger metros. Running a high-draw appliance like the Electric Water Heater (Tank) (4,500W) at Parma's rate of 11.4¢/kWh costs approximately $560 per year — $80 less than the national average of $641.

Rates in Parma are close to the national average, so the Electric Water Heater (Tank)'s annual cost of $560 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 12-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $6,723.

Parma's cost of living index of 90 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Electric Water Heater (Tank) adds $46.69/month to a typical bill of $102. Upgrading to an ENERGY STAR Electric Water Heater (Tank) can cut energy use by up to 15%, saving approximately $84 per year at Parma rates.

Parma's moderate climate (avg 49°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Electric Water Heater (Tank) produces approximately 3.52 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Parma residents can reduce this footprint by choosing an ENERGY STAR certified unit, optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Parma.

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