ZIP code 05152 is located in Bennington County, Vermont. The average residential electricity rate here is 21.0¢/kWh. 11.6% of households use fuel oil/kerosene as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 05152 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 05152
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 05152?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Green Mountain Power Corp) 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 05152 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 05152 averages 21.0¢/kWh, about 27% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 4% below the Vermont state average of 21.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Vermont averages $17.34/Mcf, about 20% 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 05152?
Electricity in ZIP code 05152 costs about 27% more than the national average. Compared to Vermont overall, rates here are about 4% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 05152?
ZIP code 05152 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 10 Mbps), Consolidated Communications (DSL up to 60 Mbps), Fidium Fiber (Fiber up to 2,000 Mbps), FirstLight Fiber (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 05152 in?
ZIP code 05152 is in Bennington County, Vermont.
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.