Utility rates in Rome vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Rome
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 Rome heats its homes
40% natural gas · 11% electricity · 50% other fuels
Electric rates in Rome
Residential rates range from 19.0¢ to 19.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include Adams-Columbia Electric Coop, Jefferson Utilities, Lake Mills Light & Water, Waterloo Light & Water Comm, Wisconsin Electric Power Co, Wisconsin Power & Light Co.
This is 15% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Rome
Rome has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 6 providers
Natural Gas 2 providers
Water 27 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 8 providers
ZIP codes in Rome, WI
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: April 2026.