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43218 resource guide – Columbus, OH
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Electricity Rates in 43218 (Columbus, OH)
Lowest plan today: 8.6¢ supply rate · 13 plans from 2 providers
AEP Ohio delivers power and fixes outages. Competitive provider offers on this page are supply-only generation rates. Compare them to the Price to Compare on your utility bill and on PUCO's Energy Choice Ohio Apples to Apples chart. Delivery charges stay with the utility either way.
OHIO PRICE TO COMPARE (PUCO)
10.19¢/kWh supply · Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2026 · Apples to Apples ↗
Verified 2026-10-23. Energy Choice Ohio · OCC guide ↗
Some addresses inside Columbus city limits get power from the City of Columbus Division of Power instead of AEP Ohio. Those accounts can't pick a retail provider, so check who sends your electric bill.
Clean Energy Columbus enrolls most AEP Ohio customers with a Columbus billing address unless they opt out. You can opt out any time with no fee and choose your own provider.
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Provider rates updated Oct 23, 2026, 10:58 PM CDT. Source: WattKarma live plan feed. Ohio provider prices are supply-only; they do not include utility delivery charges. Compare supply rates to your utility's Price to Compare (PUCO data as of 2026-10-23). See also the Ohio Consumers' Counsel Energy Choice Ohio guide.
BUSINESS · 43218
Business electricity rates in 43218 (Columbus, OH)
Featured business offers from 9.87¢/kWh · 1 provider · Updated Oct 23, 2026, 10:58 PM CDT
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APG&E Fixed
A 6-month fixed-rate commercial electricity plan from APG&E.
Term6 mo
Supply rate (¢/kWh)9.87¢/kWh
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APG&E Fixed
A 12-month fixed-rate commercial electricity plan from APG&E.
Term12 mo
Supply rate (¢/kWh)10.06¢/kWh
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APG&E Fixed
A 18-month fixed-rate commercial electricity plan from APG&E.
Term18 mo
Supply rate (¢/kWh)10.31¢/kWh
View offer ↗Business provider rates are supply-only. Demand and delivery charges stay on your utility bill. Published matrix rates are starting points, not guaranteed quotes for every meter.
UTILITIES · 43218
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Delivery utility, city services, and retail electricity plans for this ZIP.
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Compare certified electricity providers for supply in this ZIP. Outages and delivery are handled by AEP Ohio.
Compare electricity plans ↗AEP OhioWater & sewer
City of Columbus, Columbus Water & Power — start or transfer at 614-645-8276.
Start water service ↗Trash & city services
City of Columbus Refuse Collection / 311 — carts, missed pickup, and city requests via 311.
Trash & city resources ↗Natural gas & internet
Gas: Columbia Gas of Ohio — start 800-344-4077. Leak line 800-344-4077.
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How to choose a plan in 43218
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Plans in this ZIP are delivered by AEP Ohio. Use the checklist to compare price, term, and contract details.
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Outage & emergency contacts
POWER OUTAGE
AEP Ohio
800-672-2231Outage Tracker ↗CITY / WATER / TRASH
Columbus 311
311City resources ↗GAS LEAK
Columbia Gas of Ohio
800-344-4077More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
EMERGENCY
Police · Fire · EMS
911For immediate emergencies only.
FAQ · 43218
Common questions
Who is the electric utility in 43218?
AEP Ohio delivers power to most of 43218 (Columbus) and handles outages and repairs. Some addresses inside Columbus city limits get power from the City of Columbus Division of Power instead of AEP Ohio. Those accounts can't pick a retail provider, so check who sends your electric bill.
How many businesses are in 43218?
The Census Bureau's 2023 County Business Patterns counted 6 business establishments in 43218 with about 243 employees. That ranks 43218 1,082nd among 1,222 Ohio ZIP codes by number of businesses. Businesses here on AEP Ohio can shop for supply the same way homes can.
Can I choose my electricity provider in 43218?
Yes, if your bill comes from AEP Ohio. Ohio lets homes and businesses buy power from a certified retail provider while AEP Ohio keeps delivering it. You can also stay on the standard offer.
What is AEP Ohio's Price to Compare?
It's the per-kWh supply price you pay AEP Ohio if you don't pick a provider. It's printed on your bill and changes during the year. An offer only saves money if it beats that number over the whole contract.
Who do I call when the power goes out in 43218?
Call AEP Ohio at 800-672-2231 or report it online. Your retail provider doesn't fix lines. If a line is down, stay away from it and call 911.
Is 43218 in an electric aggregation program?
Clean Energy Columbus enrolls most AEP Ohio customers with a Columbus billing address unless they opt out. You can opt out any time with no fee and choose your own provider.
Who provides natural gas in 43218?
Columbia Gas of Ohio is the main gas utility mapped for 43218. If you smell gas, leave right away, then call 911 and 800-344-4077 from outside.
