Utility rates in Costa Mesa vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Costa Mesa
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 Costa Mesa heats its homes
67% natural gas · 27% electricity · 6% other fuels
Electric rates in Costa Mesa
Residential rates range from 32.3¢ to 32.3¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Anaheim - (CA), San Diego Gas & Electric Co, Southern California Edison Co.
This is 96% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 40 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Trash & Recycling 2 providers
Internet 13 providers
Business Internet 2 providers
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Costa Mesa, CA
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.