Utility rates in Bedford vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Bedford
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 Bedford heats its homes
11% natural gas · 37% electricity · 53% other fuels
Electric rates in Bedford
Residential rates range from 13.9¢ to 19.1¢ per kWh.
Providers include Bedford Rural Elec Coop, Inc, FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co, Somerset Rural Elec Coop, Inc, Valley Rural Electric Coop Inc.
This is 4% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: Pennsylvania has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Bedford
Bedford has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 25 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 7 providers
ZIP codes in Bedford, PA
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.