ZIP code 58838 is located in Mckenzie County, North Dakota. The average residential electricity rate here is 9.3¢/kWh. 1.4% of households use bottled/lp gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 58838 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 58838
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 58838?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Lower Yellowstone R E A, Inc) and gas (Montana-Dakota Utilities, (800) 638-3278) 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 58838 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 58838 averages 9.3¢/kWh, about 44% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 19% below the North Dakota state average of 11.5¢/kWh. Natural gas in North Dakota averages $8.99/Mcf, about 38% 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 58838?
No — electricity in ZIP code 58838 costs about 44% less than the national average. Compared to North Dakota overall, rates here are about 19% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 58838?
ZIP code 58838 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Northwest Communications (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Reservation Telephone Cooperative (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 300 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 58838 in?
ZIP code 58838 is in Mckenzie County, North Dakota.
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.