Average Utility Costs in Sheridan, WY

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

Average monthly utility costs in Sheridan, WY are about $209.79, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water. This estimate uses Black Hills Power for electric service and the local water, wastewater, and solid waste structure documented for Sheridan.

Sheridan quick take

  • Electric service in Sheridan is modeled from Black Hills Power, reflecting Wyoming's non-deregulated utility structure rather than a retail-choice market.
  • Water and sewer together account for a meaningful share of the all-in bill, with sewer estimated at about $29.32/month in this model.
  • Trash is shown at about $21.51/month based on the city's published sanitation schedule or utility FAQ.
  • Because Wyoming utility markets are local and not retail-choice based, city-specific water, sewer, and sanitation policies can matter as much as the electric provider itself.

Total estimated monthly utilities

$209.79

Estimated average monthly utilities in Sheridan are ~$209.79 (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal assumptions). Average water bill estimate: ~$29.49/mo at 5,000 gallons.

Data freshness: last verified 2026-03-20
  • Electric $129.47 (62%)
  • Water $29.49 (14%)
  • Sewer $29.32 (14%)
  • Trash $21.51 (10%)

Utilities here are about 10% lower than the Wyoming city average, driven mainly by sewer.

  • In Wyoming, heating and cooling 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.

Electric

Confirmed
Provider
Black Hills Power
Base charge
$15.50/mo
Energy rate
$0.1140/kWh
Assumed usage
1000 kWh
Monthly total
$129.47
psc.wyo.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Water

Confirmed
Provider
City of Sheridan Utilities
Base charge
$19.89/mo
Volumetric rate
$1.92/1,000 gal
Assumed usage
5,000 gal
Monthly total
$29.49
sheridanwy.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Sewer

Confirmed
Method
unknown
Monthly total
$29.32
sheridanwy.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Trash

Confirmed
Monthly fee
$21.51

The city's residential sanitation, collection, and disposal fee is $21.51/month per billing account for weekly collection.

sheridanwy.gov· verified 2026-03-20

Total estimated monthly utilities

$209.79

What changes your bill most?

  • Electric is about 62% of your estimated utilities here.
  • Every 100 kWh changes your total by about $11.40.
  • Water increases by about $1.92 per additional 1,000 gallons.

Why we don't cover internet

Internet service varies widely—many providers, different plans, introductory offers, and bundles make it hard to compare apples to apples. We focus on electric, water, sewer, and trash where rates are more standardized, but we do offer a tool to help you compare internet service providers in your area.

Check available internet service providers in Sheridan →

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.
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FAQ

Sheridan is in Wyoming's standard utility framework, not a Texas retail-choice market. Residents are generally served by the incumbent utility or cooperative for their address, so this page uses published utility pricing rather than a marketplace benchmark.
In Wyoming, utility comparisons often hinge on local water, wastewater, sanitation, and winter-usage rules just as much as the electric provider. Looking at the full monthly utility total gives a more realistic relocation and budgeting picture than electric alone.
We use base charges and per-unit rates from official provider pages. Electric = base + (rate × assumed kWh). Water = base + (rate per 1,000 gal × assumed gallons / 1,000). Sewer is often based on winter quarter average (AWC), not current usage. Trash is a fixed monthly fee. See the Methodology page for full formulas.
Actual bills depend on usage, seasonal rates, and provider. Some Casper addresses are served by High Plains Power (co-op) instead of Rocky Mountain Power. Sewer is often based on winter quarter average. Wyoming has no retail electric choice.
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 Sheridan with another city side-by-side, or see how we calculate estimates.