ZIP code 14779 covers Salamanca, New York in Cattaraugus County. This area is served by 62 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 11.8¢/kWh. 52.2% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$343/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 14779?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (New York State Elec & Gas Corp) and gas (National Fuel Gas Distribution, (716) 857-7000) 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 much do utilities cost per month in 14779?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $342, which is about $41 less than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $125/month. Natural gas runs about $175. Water and sewer combined are around $43. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 14779?
No — electricity in Salamanca, NY costs about 22% less than the national average. Compared to New York overall, rates here are about 25% lower. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 14779?
Salamanca, NY has strong broadband coverage. Providers include Armstrong Telecommunications Inc (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Breezeline (Cable / Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), FirstLight Fiber (Fiber up to 500 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable / 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 14779 in?
ZIP code 14779 is in Cattaraugus County, New York.
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. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. 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: April 2026.