U.S. household utility costs average $489 per month

An analysis of utility costs reveals that the average American household spends approximately $489 per month, totaling $5,868 annually. This data, derived from the 2025 Utilities Insights Report by doxo and the U.S. Energy Information Administration, highlights utility expenses as a significant and highly variable component of homeownership costs.

Key expenses typically include electricity, natural gas, water and sewer, trash and recycling, internet service, and cable or streaming services. Electricity generally represents the largest single expense for most households.

Several factors influence these costs, including geographic location, climate, home size, age of the structure, and household habits. Understanding these variables can assist homeowners in more accurate budgeting and identifying potential inefficiencies in their service usage.