Utility rates in Brookside vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Brookside
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 Brookside heats its homes
12% natural gas · 88% electricity
Electric rates in Brookside
Residential rates range from 15.9¢ to 15.9¢ per kWh.
Providers include Alabama Power Co, City of Bessemer Utilities, City of Tarrant.
This is 4% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Brookside
Brookside has moderate broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Water 11 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Trash & Recycling 1 provider
Internet 4 providers
ZIP codes in Brookside, AL
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.