Smart Plug in Parma — $1/yr to Run (11.4¢/kWh)

Your smart plug in Parma costs about $0/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

$0.00

0.0 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.08

1 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$1

9 kWh/yr

Lifetime (5yr)

$5

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Parma

PeriodkWhParma CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.0$0.00$0.00$-0.00
Weekly0.2$0.02$0.02$-0.00
Monthly0.7$0.08$0.09$-0.01
Quarterly2.2$0.25$0.28$-0.04
Annual8.8$1.00$1.14$-0.14

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Daily

$0.00

Monthly

$0.08

Annual

$1

5-Year

$5

Energy Saving Tips for Smart Plug in Parma

  • Parma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • A smart Smart Plug with scheduling optimization can save ~$1/year at Parma rates.
  • Use to eliminate phantom loads from appliances
  • Schedule lamps and holiday lights
  • Monitor energy usage of connected devices

Smart Plug Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Parma
Parma (current)11.4¢$1
Columbus12.8¢$1+$0
Cleveland14.4¢$1+$0
Cincinnati15.6¢$1+$0
Toledo12.9¢$1+$0
Akron13.5¢$1+$0
Dayton15.7¢$1+$0
Canton12.9¢$1+$0
Lorain12.1¢$1+$0

Smart Plug Energy Cost FAQ — Parma, OH

Understanding Smart Plug 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 low-draw appliance like the Smart Plug (1W) at Parma's rate of 11.4¢/kWh costs approximately $1 per year — $0 less than the national average of $1.

Rates in Parma are close to the national average, so the Smart Plug's annual cost of $1 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $5.

Parma's cost of living index of 90 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Smart Plug adds $0.08/month to a typical bill of $102. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Smart Plug with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 100%, saving $1/year.

Parma's moderate climate (avg 49°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Smart Plug produces approximately 0.01 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Parma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Parma.

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