Utility rates in Chico vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Chico
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 Chico heats its homes
9% natural gas · 62% electricity · 29% other fuels
Electric rates in Chico
Residential rates range from 15.0¢ to 15.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include Cooke County Elec Coop Assn, Denton County Elec Coop, Inc, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, Tri-County Electric Coop, Inc (TX), Wise Electric Coop Inc.
This is 9% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: Texas has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Chico
Chico has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 42 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 8 providers
ZIP codes in Chico, 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. 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.