Utility rates in Van Lear vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Van Lear
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 Lear heats its homes
51% natural gas · 46% electricity · 3% other fuels
Electric rates in Van Lear
Residential rates range from 13.8¢ to 14.2¢ per kWh.
Providers include Big Sandy Rural Elec Coop Corp, Kentucky Power Co.
This is 15% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Van Lear
Van Lear has moderate broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Natural Gas 5 providers
Water 2 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 4 providers
ZIP codes in Van Lear, KY
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.