ZIP code 35979 is located in Dekalb County, Alabama. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.6¢/kWh. 81.8% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 35979 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 35979
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 35979?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Cherokee Electric Coop - (AL)) 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 35979 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 35979 averages 12.6¢/kWh, about 24% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 17% below the Alabama state average of 15.2¢/kWh. Natural gas in Alabama averages $18.63/Mcf, about 28% 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 35979?
No — electricity in ZIP code 35979 costs about 24% less than the national average. Compared to Alabama overall, rates here are about 17% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 35979?
ZIP code 35979 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative Inc (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 300 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 35979 in?
ZIP code 35979 is in Dekalb County, Alabama.
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.