Utility rates in Hammond vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Hammond
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 Hammond heats its homes
86% natural gas · 11% electricity · 3% other fuels
Electric rates in Hammond
Residential rates range from 17.9¢ to 17.9¢ per kWh.
Providers include Kankakee Valley Rural E M C, Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co.
This is 9% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Hammond
Hammond has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 31 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Trash & Recycling 2 providers
Internet 8 providers
Business Internet 2 providers
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Hammond, IN
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.