ZIP code 04761 is located in Aroostook County, Maine. The average residential electricity rate here is 11.4¢/kWh. 10.3% of households use fuel oil/kerosene as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 04761 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 04761
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 04761?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Eastern Maine Electric Coop) 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 04761 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 04761 averages 11.4¢/kWh, about 31% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 53% below the Maine state average of 24.3¢/kWh. Natural gas in Maine averages $18.95/Mcf, about 31% 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 04761?
No — electricity in ZIP code 04761 costs about 31% less than the national average. Compared to Maine overall, rates here are about 53% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 04761?
ZIP code 04761 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Consolidated Communications (DSL up to 100 Mbps), Pioneer Broadband (Fiber / DSL up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 04761 in?
ZIP code 04761 is in Aroostook County, Maine.
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.