Utility rates in Van Buren vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Van Buren
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 Van Buren heats its homes
47% natural gas · 48% electricity · 5% other fuels
Electric rates in Van Buren
Residential rates range from 11.5¢ to 12.7¢ per kWh.
Providers include Arkansas Valley Elec Coop Corp, Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co, Ozarks Electric Coop Corp - (AR).
This is 28% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Van Buren
Van Buren has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 15 providers
Sewer 5 providers
Internet 8 providers
ZIP codes in Van Buren, AR
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.