Utility rates in Ketchikan vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Ketchikan
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 Ketchikan heats its homes
3% natural gas · 37% electricity · 60% other fuels
Electric rates in Ketchikan
Residential rates range from 11.8¢ to 37.9¢ per kWh.
Ketchikan is served by Ketchikan Public Utilities, a municipal utility.
This is 51% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Ketchikan
Ketchikan has moderate broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 1 provider
Water 13 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Internet 3 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Ketchikan, AK
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.