This area is served by 29 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 13.9¢/kWh. 67.4% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 77873 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 77873
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 77873?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Entergy Texas Inc.) and gas (Universal Natural Gas, Inc., (281) 252-6700) 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 77873 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Richards, TX averages 13.9¢/kWh, about 15% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 7% below the Texas state average of 14.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Texas averages $17.98/Mcf, about 24% above 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 77873?
No — electricity in Richards, TX costs about 15% less than the national average. Compared to Texas overall, rates here are about 7% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 77873?
Richards, TX has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fiber / Fixed Wireless / DSL up to 5,000 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL up to 100 Mbps), MidSouth Fiber Internet (Fiber up to 5,000 Mbps), Optimum (Cable up to 940 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 77873 in?
ZIP code 77873 is in Grimes County, Texas.
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.