This area is served by 45 utility providers across 4 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 5.7¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 98950 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 98950?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (City of Ellensburg - (WA)) 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 98950 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Vantage, WA averages 5.7¢/kWh, about 65% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 52% below the Washington state average of 11.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Washington averages $12.72/Mcf, about 12% 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 98950?
No — electricity in Vantage, WA costs about 65% less than the national average. Compared to Washington overall, rates here are about 52% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 98950?
Vantage, WA has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Lightcurve (DSL up to 50 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), UNITED STATES CELLULAR CORPORATION (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps), Verizon (Fixed Wireless up to 50 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 98950 in?
ZIP code 98950 is in Kittitas County, Washington.
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.