Utility rates in Columbus vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Columbus
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.
How Columbus heats its homes
68% natural gas · 29% electricity · 4% other fuels
Electric rates in Columbus
Residential rates range from 11.6¢ to 16.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Columbus - (OH), City of Westerville - (OH), Consolidated Cooperative, Dayton Power & Light Co, Duke Energy Ohio Inc, Licking Rural Electric Inc, Ohio Edison Co, Ohio Power Co, South Central Power Company, Union Rural Electric Coop, Inc.
This is 16% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: Ohio has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Columbus
Columbus has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 10 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 33 providers
Sewer 19 providers
Trash & Recycling 1 provider
Internet 16 providers
Business Internet 5 providers
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Columbus, OH
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: April 2026.