Utility rates in Douglas vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Douglas
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 Douglas heats its homes
12% natural gas · 80% electricity · 8% other fuels
Electric rates in Douglas
Residential rates range from 12.6¢ to 15.9¢ per kWh.
Providers include Alabama Power Co, Albertville Municipal Utilities Board, Arab Electric Coop Inc, Cherokee Electric Coop - (AL), Guntersville Electric Board, Marshall-De Kalb Electric Coop, North Alabama Electric Coop, Sand Mountain Electric Coop.
This is 14% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Douglas
Douglas has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 8 providers
Water 9 providers
Internet 7 providers
ZIP codes in Douglas, AL
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.