ZIP code 56686 covers Williams, Minnesota in Lake Of The Woods County. This area is served by 8 utility providers across 3 categories. 4.9% of households use bottled/lp gas as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$460/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 56686?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. 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 56686?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $459, which is about $76 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 $60. Costs vary by home size, usage, and season. Estimates from U.S. Census ACS data.
What internet providers are available in 56686?
Williams, MN has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), CenturyLink (DSL up to 60 Mbps), Sjobergs (Cable up to 100 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps), Wikstrom Telephone Company Inc (Fiber / DSL up to 1,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 56686 in?
ZIP code 56686 is in Lake Of The Woods County, Minnesota.
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.