ZIP code 27256 covers Gulf, North Carolina in Chatham County. This area is served by 31 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.0¢/kWh. 100% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$168/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 27256?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Central Electric Membership Corp. - (NC)) and gas (Public Service Co. Of North Carolina, (877) 776-2427) 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 27256?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $168, which is about $215 less than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $125/month. 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 27256?
No — electricity in Gulf, NC costs about 7% less than the national average. Compared to North Carolina overall, rates here are about 4% higher. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 27256?
Gulf, NC has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL up to 10 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 10 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 27256 in?
ZIP code 27256 is in Chatham County, North Carolina.
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.