Residential — Low Density Rural RPP · Updated October 2026

Hydro One Networks Rates (2026)

Current Hydro One Networks residential electricity rates — 15.8¢/kWh blended average, typical monthly bill $240 on 950 kWh of consumption. This page covers the full rate structure, delivery charges, net metering treatment, and the math on how a solar system would change your bill under this specific rate class.

Current rate card

Period	Window	Rate (¢/kWh)
Off-peak	7pm–7am weekdays + weekends/holidays	2.5¢
Mid-peak	same seasonal pattern as Toronto Hydro	10.2¢
On-peak	same seasonal pattern as Toronto Hydro	15.1¢

Fixed customer charge

$48.50/month

Delivery charges

5.2¢/kWh

Blended all-in avg

15.8¢/kWh

Note on timing: Delivery charges materially higher than Toronto Hydro — rural line maintenance. Solar savings proportionally larger.

What Hydro One customers should know

check_circleLow Density Rural rate class has the highest residential delivery charges in Ontario.
check_circleRural Hydro One customers often use 25-50% more electricity than urban average due to well pumps + larger homes.
check_circleESA permit (not Toronto Hydro inspection) governs rural solar installs. Allow extra 2-4 weeks.

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How solar changes the math on a Hydro One bill

At 15.8¢/kWh blended, every kWh you self-generate with solar avoids that cost. A right-sized system for a 950-kWh/month Hydro One customer saves roughly $2,400–$3,200/year. Payback lands at 8–11 years, depending on your specific roof and whether you take available provincial rebates.

Net metering treatment: credits at full retail rate (1:1 bi-directional metering). Credits typically roll over 12 months and expire — size your system to annual consumption to avoid lost credits.

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Hydro One rate FAQs

What is the current Hydro One residential electricity rate?

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Hydro One Networks residential customers pay a Time-of-Use rate: 2.5¢/kWh off-peak, 10.2¢/kWh mid-peak, 15.1¢/kWh on-peak. Plus delivery charges of 5.2¢/kWh and a $48.50/month fixed charge. Blended winter average is 15.8¢/kWh.

What's a typical monthly Hydro One bill?

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A typical Hydro One residential customer uses 950 kWh/month and pays roughly $240/month all-in (energy + delivery + fixed charge). Your actual bill varies with heating fuel (electric vs gas), home size, and household size.

How much can solar reduce my Hydro One bill?

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A well-sized solar system for a typical Hydro One customer saves $2,400–$3,200/year, with payback at 8–11 years. Net metering credits exported kWh at full retail rate (1:1).

Does Hydro One offer Time-of-Use (TOU) rates?

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Yes — Hydro One Networks charges TOU rates by default on the Regulated Price Plan. Off-peak overnight hours are the cheapest; on-peak afternoons are the most expensive. Shift laundry, dishwashing, and EV charging to overnight to cut your bill 10-20% without changing total consumption.