This area is served by 111 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 24.7¢/kWh. 62.3% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 02176 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 02176
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 02176?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Fitchburg Gas & Elec Light Co) and gas (National Grid, (781) 907-1000) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 02176 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Melrose, MA averages 24.7¢/kWh, about 50% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 16% below the Massachusetts state average of 29.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Massachusetts averages $21.90/Mcf, about 51% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 02176?
Electricity in Melrose, MA costs about 50% more than the national average. Compared to Massachusetts overall, rates here are about 16% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 02176?
Melrose, MA has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Astound Broadband (Cable up to 1,500 Mbps), Lightpath (Fiber up to 10,000 Mbps), Starry Inc (Fixed Wireless up to 300 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 02176 in?
ZIP code 02176 is in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.