Most renters pay for gas, electricity, and basic telephone services in addition to rent. A few pay for water, sewer, and garbage services as well. A few renters do not pay any utility bill because the landlord includes the cost in the rent. The average utility bill for those who share a dwelling unit and utility costs with other singles is listed below. Your actual cost may vary depending on the insulation and appliances in the unit, weather, time of year, and personal usage practices.
Most renters pay for gas, electricity, and basic telephone services in addition to rent.
A few pay for water, sewer, and garbage services as well. A few renters do not pay any utility bill because the landlord includes the cost in the rent. The estimated utility bill for those who rent an entire dwelling unit and pay for utilities in addition to rent is listed below. The utility companies make these estimates based upon a basic two-bedroom apartment. Your actual costs may vary depending on the insulation and appliances in the unit, weather, time of year, and personal usage practices.