Utility rates in Sterling vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Sterling
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 Sterling heats its homes
74% natural gas · 1% electricity · 25% other fuels
Electric rates in Sterling
Residential rates range from 20.7¢ to 29.1¢ per kWh.
Providers include Chugach Electric Assn Inc, Homer Electric Assn Inc.
This is 51% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Sterling
Sterling has limited broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 27 providers
Internet 2 providers
ZIP codes in Sterling, 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.