ZIP code 50629 covers Fairbank, Iowa in Buchanan County. This area is served by 27 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 14.3¢/kWh. 57.2% of households use natural gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$443/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 50629?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Independence - (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 50629?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $442, which is about $59 more than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $175/month. Natural gas runs about $225. 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 50629?
Electricity costs in Fairbank, IA are close to the national average. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 50629?
Fairbank, IA has strong broadband coverage. Providers include Community Digital Wireless (Fixed Wireless), Dunkerton Telephone Cooperative (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Hawkeye Telephone (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Heartland Technology (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Little Wapsie Communications (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 50629 in?
ZIP code 50629 is in Buchanan 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.