Electricity rates in Athens, OH
Athens (25,044 people, Athens County) is served by Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op. Homes on Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op pay about 22.04¢/kWh, 21% more than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 22.04¢ | $241 | 16K | 995 |
Power outages in Athens County right now
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Outage history in Athens County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 296 | 297 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,154 (9.3%) | 2,989 (6.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-05 | 2025-02-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (296 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- The Plains 20.3¢
- Chauncey 20.3¢
- Nelsonville 20.3¢
- Glouster 20.3¢
- McArthur 22.0¢
- Pomeroy 20.3¢
- Logan 20.3¢
- Middleport 20.3¢
- McConnelsville 20.3¢
- Wellston 22.0¢
ZIP codes: 45701
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens get power from Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 22.04¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
About $241 a month, based on 1,092 kWh a month (the average for Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op customers) at 22.04¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Athens, OH?
Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op serves Athens.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Athens County averaged 4 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-06, when 2,989 customers (6.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.