Utility rates in Carbon vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Carbon
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 Carbon heats its homes
9% natural gas · 63% electricity · 28% other fuels
Electric rates in Carbon
Residential rates range from 16.1¢ to 16.1¢ per kWh.
Providers include AEP Texas North Company, Comanche County Elec Coop Assn, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, Taylor Electric Coop Inc - (TX), Texas-New Mexico Power Co, United Electric Coop Service Inc - (TX).
This is 7% above the national average of 15.0¢/kWh.
Note: Texas has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Carbon
Carbon has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 6 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 12 providers
Internet 6 providers
ZIP codes in Carbon, TX
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. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. 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: April 2026.