Utility rates in Aurora vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Aurora
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.
How Aurora heats its homes
59% natural gas · 28% electricity · 13% other fuels
Electric rates in Aurora
Residential rates range from 11.1¢ to 12.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Brookings - (SD), City of Volga - (SD), Otter Tail Power Co, Sioux Valley SW Elec Coop.
This is 30% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Aurora
Aurora has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 13 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Internet 7 providers
ZIP codes in Aurora, SD
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.