ZIP code 26443 is located in Gilmer County, West Virginia. This area is served by 14 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.6¢/kWh. 46.8% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$205/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 26443?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Monongahela Power Co) and gas (Equitable Gas Co. (Peoples Natural Gas), (800) 924-2840) 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 26443?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $204, which is about $179 less than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $75/month. Natural gas runs about $125. Water and sewer combined are around $5. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 26443?
No — electricity in ZIP code 26443 costs about 16% less than the national average. Compared to West Virginia overall, rates here are about 13% lower. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 26443?
ZIP code 26443 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include Armstrong Telephone Company (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Citynet LLC (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Frontier (DSL up to 90 Mbps), Shentel (Cable up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 26443 in?
ZIP code 26443 is in Gilmer County, West Virginia.
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.