ZIP code 50427 covers Chapin, Iowa in Franklin County. This area is served by 20 utility providers across 3 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 11.0¢/kWh. 100% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$400/month
Cost estimates from U.S. Census ACS 5-year data · Shorter bar = lower cost
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 50427?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Butler County Rural Elec Coop - (IA)) 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 50427?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $399, which is about $16 more than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $175/month. Natural gas runs about $225. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
Is electricity expensive in 50427?
No — electricity in Chapin, IA costs about 27% less than the national average. Compared to Iowa overall, rates here are about 23% lower. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 50427?
Chapin, IA has strong broadband coverage. Providers include Frontier (DSL up to 115 Mbps), Nextlink (Fixed Wireless up to 500 Mbps), Rockwell Cooperative Telephone (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 50427 in?
ZIP code 50427 is in Franklin County, Iowa.
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.