ZIP code 18842 is located in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.5¢/kWh. 30.4% of households use fuel oil/kerosene as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 18842 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 18842
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 18842?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Claverack Rural Elec Coop Inc) 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 18842 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 18842 averages 14.5¢/kWh, about 12% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 19% below the Pennsylvania state average of 17.8¢/kWh. Natural gas in Pennsylvania averages $13.62/Mcf, about 6% below 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 18842?
No — electricity in ZIP code 18842 costs about 12% less than the national average. Compared to Pennsylvania overall, rates here are about 19% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 18842?
ZIP code 18842 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless), Adams CATV Inc (Cable up to 250 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), The North-Eastern Pennsylvania Telephone Company (Fiber / DSL up to 5,000 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 18842 in?
ZIP code 18842 is in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania.
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.