Utility rates in Cheat Lake vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Cheat Lake
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 Cheat Lake heats its homes
37% natural gas · 35% electricity · 28% other fuels
Electric rates in Cheat Lake
Residential rates range from 12.6¢ to 14.7¢ per kWh.
Providers include FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Co, Monongahela Power Co, Somerset Rural Elec Coop, Inc.
This is 17% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Cheat Lake
Cheat Lake has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 26 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 13 providers
ZIP codes in Cheat Lake, WV
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.