Electricity rates in Columbus Grove, OH
Columbus Grove (2,063 people, Putnam County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Ohio Power Co. pay about 20.33¢/kWh, 11% more than the Ohio average.
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Electric companies serving Columbus Grove
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 20.33¢ | $192 | 538K | 221 |
| Midwest Electric | Electric cooperative | 16.97¢ | $229 | 11K | 255 |
| Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.19¢ | $220 | 9,153 | 97 |
Power outages in Putnam County right now
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Outage history in Putnam County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 178 | 261 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,353 (15.2%) | 2,676 (30%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-06 | 2025-04-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (178 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 45830
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbus Grove?
Most homes in Columbus Grove get power from Ohio Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 20.33¢/kWh including all charges. The Ohio average is 18.25¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Columbus Grove: Midwest Electric (16.97¢), Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op (19.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Columbus Grove?
About $192 a month, based on 944 kWh a month (the average for Ohio Power Co. customers) at 20.33¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbus Grove, OH?
3 utilities serve Columbus Grove's ZIP codes: Ohio Power Co., Midwest Electric, Paulding-Putman Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Columbus Grove?
In 2025, customers in Putnam County averaged 4 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-02, when 2,676 customers (30%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.