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A recent analysis of consumer data shows that more Americans are falling behind on their bills to their utility bills.

The Century Foundation , a liberal think tank, stated in a new report that past-due balances to utility companies spiked 9.7% a year to $789 between the April-June periods of 2024 and 2025.

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Citing estimates from industry experts, the Century Foundation’s analysis noted that it will cost families an average of $976 to heat their homes during the winter months—a 7.6% price increase.

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By the numbers:

The Century Foundation noted that roughly 14 million Americans have utility debt so signi

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