ZIP code 45809 covers Gomer, Ohio in Allen County. This area is served by 20 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.9¢/kWh. 9.1% of households use wood as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$654/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 45809?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Hancock-Wood Electric Coop Inc) and gas (West Ohio Gas Co, (419) 227-0753) 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 much do utilities cost per month in 45809?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $653, which is about $270 more than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $313/month. Natural gas runs about $313. Water and sewer combined are around $28. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 45809?
No — electricity in Gomer, OH costs about 7% less than the national average. Compared to Ohio overall, rates here are about 11% higher. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 45809?
Gomer, OH has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 10 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL up to 100 Mbps), MetaLINK Technologies Inc (Fixed Wireless up to 500 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 45809 in?
ZIP code 45809 is in Allen 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. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. 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: April 2026.