ZIP code 48706 covers Bay City, Michigan in Bay County. This area is served by 34 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 17.4¢/kWh. 86.1% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$393/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Business Internet
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 48706?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Bay City - (MI)) and gas (Consumers Energy Company, (800) 477-5050) 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 much do utilities cost per month in 48706?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $392, which is about $9 more than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $175/month. Natural gas runs about $175. Water and sewer combined are around $43. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 48706?
Electricity in Bay City, MI costs about 16% more than the national average. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 48706?
Bay City, MI has strong broadband coverage. Providers include 123.NET Inc (Fiber up to 100,000 Mbps), ACD.net (Fiber up to 10,000 Mbps), AT&T (DSL / Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), LakeNet LLC (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Spectrum (Cable / Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 48706 in?
ZIP code 48706 is in Bay County, Michigan.
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. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. 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: April 2026.