ZIP code 28755 is located in Yancey County, North Carolina. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.5¢/kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 28755?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Duke Energy Progress - (NC), 800-777-9898) 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 28755 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 28755 averages 14.5¢/kWh, about 12% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh — but in line with the North Carolina state average of 14.1¢/kWh. Natural gas in North Carolina averages $16.42/Mcf, about 13% 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 28755?
No — electricity in ZIP code 28755 costs about 12% less than the national average. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 28755?
ZIP code 28755 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless), Frontier (DSL up to 90 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 28755 in?
ZIP code 28755 is in Yancey 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. 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.