Utility rates in Buffalo vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Buffalo
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 Buffalo heats its homes
31% natural gas · 13% electricity · 56% other fuels
Electric rates in Buffalo
Residential rates range from 17.0¢ to 19.3¢ per kWh.
Providers include Ameren Illinois Company, City of Springfield - (IL), Menard Electric Coop, Shelby Electric Coop, Inc - (IL).
This is 9% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: Illinois has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Buffalo
Buffalo has moderate broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 42 providers
Internet 4 providers
ZIP codes in Buffalo, IL
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.