This area is served by 26 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.2¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 36564 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 36564?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Alabama Power Co) and gas (Fairhope, City Of, (251) 928-8003) 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 36564 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Point Clear, AL averages 13.2¢/kWh, about 20% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 13% 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 36564?
No — electricity in Point Clear, AL costs about 20% less than the national average. Compared to Alabama 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 36564?
Point Clear, AL has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), Mediacom Xtream (Cable up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Uniti Fiber GulfCo LLC (Fiber up to 10,000 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 36564 in?
ZIP code 36564 is in Baldwin 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.