This area is served by 9 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 11.8¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 38152 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 38152?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Memphis - (TN)) and gas (Memphis Light Gas & Water Div, (901) 544-6549) 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 38152 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Memphis, TN averages 11.8¢/kWh, about 28% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 5% below 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 38152?
No — electricity in Memphis, TN costs about 28% less than the national average. Compared to Tennessee overall, rates here are about 5% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What county is 38152 in?
ZIP code 38152 is in Shelby 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.