This area is served by 29 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.5¢/kWh. 44.3% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 45877 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 45877
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 45877?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Hancock-Wood Electric Coop Inc) and gas (Kng Energy Inc., (800) 434-3427) 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 45877 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Pandora, OH averages 14.5¢/kWh, about 12% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 10% 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 45877?
No — electricity in Pandora, OH costs about 12% less than the national average. Compared to Ohio overall, rates here are about 10% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 45877?
Pandora, OH has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), Amplex Wireless (Fiber up to 5,000 Mbps), Benton Ridge Telephone Company (Fixed Wireless / Fiber up to 400 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL), MetaLINK Technologies Inc (Fixed Wireless up to 500 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 45877 in?
ZIP code 45877 is in Putnam 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.