ZIP code 37727 is located in Cocke County, Tennessee. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.3¢/kWh. 57.2% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 37727 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 37727
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 37727?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Newport - (TN)) 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 37727 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 37727 averages 13.3¢/kWh, about 19% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 7% above the Tennessee state average of 12.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Tennessee averages $10.75/Mcf, about 26% below 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 37727?
No — electricity in ZIP code 37727 costs about 19% less than the national average. Compared to Tennessee overall, rates here are about 7% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 37727?
ZIP code 37727 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (DSL up to 75 Mbps), French Broad Electric Membership Corporation (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Newport Utilities (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 10 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 37727 in?
ZIP code 37727 is in Cocke County, Tennessee.
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.