Here’s a look at five things most Americans don’t know about their utility bills.

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Forest Acres leaders are considering a water and sewer franchise fee that could raise utility bills if providers pass on the cost.

For many Americans, energy bills are becoming increasingly unaffordable. Energy prices increased approximately 30% on average from 2021 to 2026. In some places, the rates of increase have been much ...

Average monthly residential electric, gas and water utility bills total $412 in 2025, up 7% from 2024 For Q4 2025, average monthly utility bills total $416, up 4.5% from Q3 2025 and 5.1% from Q4 2024 ...

There are nonprofits dedicated to helping people pay their utility bills, like the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.