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CONTINENTAL · PUTNAM COUNTY COUNTY · OH
45831 resource guide – Continental, OH
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PLANS · 45831
Electricity Rates in 45831 (Continental, OH)
Lowest plan today: 8.8¢ supply rate · 6 plans from 1 provider
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 in and around 45831 are served by an electric cooperative such as Midwest Electric. Co-op members aren't part of Ohio's choice program, so check who sends your electric bill.
Many Ohio cities, villages and townships buy power for residents through an aggregation program. Check the supply section of your AEP Ohio bill or ask the Village of Continental whether you're enrolled. You can still choose your own provider.
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Provider rates updated Oct 23, 2026, 10:55 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 · 45831
Business electricity rates in 45831 (Continental, OH)
Business rates for 45831 are quoted individually based on usage, load factor, and contract term. Compare business plans on WattKarma or request a custom quote.
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 · 45831
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ELECTRICITY · 45831
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HOW TO CHOOSE · 45831
How to choose a plan in 45831
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FAQ · 45831
Common questions
Who is the electric utility in 45831?
AEP Ohio delivers power to most of 45831 (Continental) and handles outages and repairs. Some addresses in and around 45831 are served by an electric cooperative such as Midwest Electric. Co-op members aren't part of Ohio's choice program, so check who sends your electric bill.
What areas does 45831 cover?
Most mapped businesses in 45831 are inside Continental village limits. The ZIP also reaches into Dupont. The mailing city is Continental, and your utilities follow the address, not the mailing city.
How many businesses are in 45831?
The Census Bureau's 2023 County Business Patterns counted 40 business establishments in 45831 with about 366 employees. That ranks 45831 680th 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 45831?
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 45831?
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 45831 in an electric aggregation program?
Many Ohio cities, villages and townships buy power for residents through an aggregation program. Check the supply section of your AEP Ohio bill or ask the Village of Continental whether you're enrolled. You can still choose your own provider.
Who provides natural gas in 45831?
Gas service maps in 45831 show more than one system, including West Ohio Gas Co and KNG Energy, and some rural addresses use propane. Check a recent gas bill for the property. If you smell gas, leave right away and call 911 from outside.
