This area is served by 14 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.3¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 42356 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 42356?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Owensboro - (KY)) and gas (Atmos Energy Corporation, (888) 286-6700) 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 42356 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in St. Joseph, KY averages 14.3¢/kWh, about 13% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 12% above the Kentucky state average of 12.8¢/kWh. Natural gas in Kentucky averages $13.61/Mcf, about 6% 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 42356?
No — electricity in St. Joseph, KY costs about 13% less than the national average. Compared to Kentucky overall, rates here are about 12% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 42356?
St. Joseph, KY has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (DSL up to 10 Mbps), Conexon Connect LLC (Fiber up to 2,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps), W A T C H TV (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 42356 in?
ZIP code 42356 is in Daviess County, Kentucky.
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.