ZIP code 33840 is located in Polk County, Florida. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.3¢/kWh.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 33840?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Bartow - (FL)) and gas (Peoples Gas Systems, Inc, (877) 832-6747) 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 33840 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 33840 averages 12.3¢/kWh, about 25% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 13% below the Florida state average of 14.1¢/kWh. Natural gas in Florida averages $25.37/Mcf, about 75% 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 33840?
No — electricity in ZIP code 33840 costs about 25% less than the national average. Compared to Florida overall, rates here are about 13% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 33840?
ZIP code 33840 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Frontier (Fiber up to 7,000 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable / Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 300 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 33840 in?
ZIP code 33840 is in Polk County, Florida.
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.