Average Utility Costs in Knik-Fairview, AK

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

Average monthly utility costs in Knik-Fairview, AK are about $268.43, 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

$268.43

Estimated average monthly utilities in Knik-Fairview are ~$268.43 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$0.00/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-02-02
  • Electric $241.39 (90%)
  • Water $0.00 (0%)
  • Sewer $0.00 (0%)
  • Trash $27.04 (10%)

Utilities here are about 40% lower than the Alaska city average, driven mainly by sewer.

  • 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

Estimated
Provider
Varies (wells common)
Base charge
$0.00/mo
Volumetric rate
$0.00/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Estimated monthly
$0.00

The majority of Knik-Fairview residents get water from private wells; there is no universal municipal water system or published residential water rate. We show $0 for comparison; actual costs are well maintenance, pumping, and treatment.

matsugov.us· verified 2026-02-02

Sewer

Estimated
Method
tiered
Estimated monthly
$0.00

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

Most residences in Knik-Fairview do not have public sewer service and use septic systems instead. There is no universal municipal sewer rate. We show $0 for comparison; actual costs are septic pumping and maintenance.

matsugov.us· verified 2026-02-02

Trash

Estimated
Monthly fee
$27.04

Alaska Waste (Mat-Su) serves Knik-Fairview. RCA rate table (June 2019): 32 gal total ~$24.58, 64 gal ~$27.04, 96 gal ~$32.06 (RCC/fuel/disposal applied). Confirm current rates with Alaska Waste.

rca.alaska.gov· verified 2026-02-02

Total estimated monthly utilities

$268.43

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 90% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $22.84.

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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FAQ

In Knik-Fairview, sewer is billed in tiers based on usage, so the rate per gallon changes with volume. Our estimate uses the rate structure from Knik-Fairview Comprehensive Plan 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 Knik-Fairview with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.