Utility rates in Ottawa vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Ottawa
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 Ottawa heats its homes
39% natural gas · 35% electricity · 26% other fuels
Electric rates in Ottawa
Residential rates range from 14.2¢ to 18.6¢ per kWh.
Providers include Hancock-Wood Electric Coop Inc, Midwest Electric, Inc - (OH), Ohio Power Co, Paulding-Putman Elec Coop, Inc, The Toledo Edison Co.
Note: Ohio has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Ottawa
Ottawa has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 10 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Internet 13 providers
ZIP codes in Ottawa, 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.