Utility Providers in University of California-Santa Barbara, California
University of California-Santa Barbara is served by 73 utility providers across 5 categories covering 1 ZIP code in Santa Barbara County.
Santa Barbara County · Updated May 2026
Utility rates in University of California-Santa Barbara vs. US average
Electricity
32.3¢/kWh
↑ 96% above US average (16.5¢)
Natural gas
$19.14/Mcf
↑ 32% above US average
Local electricity rate from NREL Utility Rate Database (2023),
averaged across University of California-Santa Barbara-area providers.
State and US electric averages from EIA Form 861 (2024).
Natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024, $/Mcf).
US avg electricity: 16.5¢/kWh · US avg gas: $14.50/Mcf.
Typical monthly utility bills in University of California-Santa Barbara
Electricity$250+ (32.3¢–32.3¢/kWh)
Natural gas$50-$99
Water & sewer~$83/month
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 University of California-Santa Barbara heats its homes
37%
63%
37% natural gas · 63% electricity
Electric rates in University of California-Santa Barbara
Residential rates range from 32.3¢ to 32.3¢ per kWh.
University of California-Santa Barbara
32.3¢/kWh
U.S. avg
16.5¢/kWh
Providers include Pacific Gas & Electric Co., Southern California Edison Co.
This is 96% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in University of California-Santa Barbara
University of California-Santa Barbara has strong broadband coverage.
Cox Communications
2,000 Mbps
Fiber
GeoLinks
100 Mbps
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile
100 Mbps
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
50 Mbps
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
30 Mbps
Fixed Wireless
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
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.
