ZIP code 72956 covers Van Buren, Arkansas in Crawford County. This area is served by 32 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 11.9¢/kWh. 48% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Estimated monthly utility costs
$343/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 72956?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Arkansas Valley Elec Coop Corp) and gas (Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corp, (479) 783-3181) 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 72956?
Total estimated monthly costs are around $342, which is about $41 less than the national average. Electricity is the biggest expense at roughly $175/month. Natural gas runs about $125. 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 72956?
No — electricity in Van Buren, AR costs about 21% less than the national average. Compared to Arkansas overall, rates here are about 5% lower. Based on 2023 NREL residential electricity rate data.
What internet providers are available in 72956?
Van Buren, AR has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless up to 5,000 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL up to 10 Mbps), Cox Communications (Cable / Fiber up to 2,000 Mbps), Dobson Fiber (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Ritter Communications Inc (Fiber up to 10,000 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 72956 in?
ZIP code 72956 is in Crawford County, Arkansas.
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.