Utility rates in Prairie View vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Prairie View
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 Prairie View heats its homes
17% natural gas · 81% electricity · 2% other fuels
Electric rates in Prairie View
Residential rates range from 16.5¢ to 16.5¢ per kWh.
Providers include CenterPoint Energy, Entergy Texas Inc., Mid-South Electric Coop Assn, San Bernard Electric Coop, Inc.
This is 10% above the national average of 15.0¢/kWh.
Note: Texas has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Prairie View
Prairie View has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 36 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 6 providers
ZIP codes in Prairie View, 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. Electric rates are based on 2023 NREL data. 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: April 2026.