What is the average electricity rate in Buchtel, Ohio?

The average residential electricity rate in Buchtel is approximately 20.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Buchtel?

Natural gas customers in Buchtel pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.30/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Buchtel, Ohio?

Electricity in Buchtel is distributed by AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy (Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison, The Illuminating Company). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Buchtel?

Buchtel natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy Ohio and Columbia Gas of Ohio. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Buchtel electricity rates compare to Ohio averages?

Buchtel's electricity rate of 20.30¢/kWh is above the Ohio state average of 19.52¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Buchtel?

To start electric service in Buchtel, contact AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy (Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison, The Illuminating Company). For gas service, contact Dominion Energy Ohio and Columbia Gas of Ohio. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Buchtel, Ohio Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Buchtel, Ohio

Electricity in Buchtel, Ohio (OH) is distributed by AEP Ohio at rates close to the Ohio average of 19.52¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy Ohio. Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the Ohio state average of 19.52¢/kWh/kWh, Buchtel's electricity rate of 20.30¢/kWh is 0.78¢ above the Ohio average. As Ohio is a deregulated market, Buchtel residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Buchtel

AEP Ohio
FirstEnergy (Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison, The Illuminating Company)
Duke Energy Ohio
AES Ohio

Natural Gas Utility in Buchtel

Dominion Energy Ohio
Columbia Gas of Ohio
Duke Energy Ohio

Buchtel vs Ohio Energy Rates

Metric	Buchtel	Ohio Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.30¢	19.52¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.30	$1.29	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$137	$132	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$89	$88	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Buchtel Residents

As a Ohio city, Buchtel residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Ohio HEAP
✅ Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP)
✅ Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP)
✅ Ohio Energy Efficiency Resource Standard

Energy-Saving Tips for Buchtel Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Buchtel, Ohio

The average residential electricity rate in Buchtel is approximately 20.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Buchtel pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.30/therm per therm.
Electricity in Buchtel is distributed by AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy (Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison, The Illuminating Company). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Buchtel natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy Ohio and Columbia Gas of Ohio. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Buchtel's electricity rate of 20.30¢/kWh is above the Ohio state average of 19.52¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Buchtel, contact AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy (Ohio Edison, Toledo Edison, The Illuminating Company). For gas service, contact Dominion Energy Ohio and Columbia Gas of Ohio. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.