Average Utility Costs in Fairbanks, AK

Estimated monthly utility costs (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal)

Average monthly utility costs in Fairbanks, AK are about $617.38, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water, plus sewer and trash fees. See the full breakdown and sources below.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$617.38

Estimated average monthly utilities in Fairbanks are ~$617.38 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$122.05/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-02-02
  • Electric $309.29 (50%)
  • Water $122.05 (20%)
  • Sewer $153.04 (25%)
  • Trash $33.00 (5%)

Utilities here are about 40% higher than the Alaska city average, driven mainly by electric rates.

  • In Alaska, heating demand often makes electric the largest share of the bill.
  • Trash is provided by private haulers; residents choose their own. Our estimate reflects typical rates for the area—contact haulers for exact pricing.

Water

Confirmed
Provider
Golden Heart Utilities
Base charge
$122.05/mo
Volumetric rate
$0.00/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Estimated monthly
$122.05

Single residential unit unmetered: customer fixed $14.19, public fire $5.73, usage $102.13 = $122.05/mo. Effective Aug 29, 2025. Service area varies by neighborhood.

mywater.us· verified 2026-02-02

Sewer

Confirmed
Method
tiered
Estimated monthly
$153.04

Tiered structure simplified to a representative monthly estimate at assumed usage.

Single residential unit unmetered: customer fixed $18.73, usage $134.31 = $153.04/mo. Effective Aug 29, 2025.

mywater.us· verified 2026-02-02

Trash

Confirmed
Monthly fee
$33.00

Single-family dwelling $99/quarter = $33/mo. For addresses inside City garbage service area.

files.aptuitivcdn.com· verified 2026-02-02

Total estimated monthly utilities

$617.38

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 50% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $28.68.

Assumptions

  • Electric: 1000 kWh/month
  • Water: 5,000 gallons/month

What these labels mean

  • Confirmed — From this area's rate schedule.
  • Benchmark — From an official typical (e.g. state commission 1,000 kWh); not city-specific.
  • Delivery only — Regulated delivery charges only (e.g. Texas); supply varies by plan.
  • Estimated — From other or incomplete sources; use as a rough guide.
Sources

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Nearby Cities Utility Costs

Other cities in Fairbanks North Star. Click a city for full breakdowns.

CityEst. total/mo
Fairbanks (this)$617.38
Badger$584.38

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FAQ

In Fairbanks, sewer is billed in tiers based on usage, so the rate per gallon changes with volume. Our estimate uses the rate structure from College & Golden Heart Utilities – Rates & Tariffs at the assumed 5,000 gallons per month. Your bill will vary with actual usage.
We use base charges and per-unit rates from official provider pages. Electric = base + (rate × assumed kWh). Water = base or flat estimate; sewer is flat or tiered; trash is a fixed monthly fee where published. See the Methodology page for full formulas.
Actual bills depend on your usage, seasonal rates (e.g. AEL&P peak/off-peak), fuel and regulatory adders, and provider-specific rules. Our estimates use fixed assumed usage (e.g., 1,000 kWh, 5,000 gal) for comparison. Your home may use more or less.
Each component shows a 'last verified' date. We aim to update from official sources periodically; always confirm current rates on the provider's site before making decisions.

Learn more

For tips on understanding your bill, comparing cities, and how electric and utility rates work by state, see our blog. Compare Fairbanks with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.