What is the average electricity rate in Cape Coral, Florida?

The average residential electricity rate in Cape Coral is approximately 14.99¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $170 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cape Coral?

Natural gas customers in Cape Coral pay an average of $45 per month. The rate is approximately $2.47/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Cape Coral, Florida?

Electricity in Cape Coral is distributed by Florida Power & Light Co and Lee County Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Cape Coral?

Cape Coral natural gas service is provided by TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Cape Coral electricity rates compare to Florida averages?

Cape Coral's electricity rate of 14.99¢/kWh is below the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Cape Coral?

To start electric service in Cape Coral, contact Florida Power & Light Co and Lee County Electric Coop, Inc. For gas service, contact TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Cape Coral, Florida Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Cape Coral, Florida

Cape Coral is served by Florida Power & Light Co and Lee County Electric Coop, Inc. Utilities covering Lee County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.99¢/kWh — below the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $170. Natural gas in Cape Coral is distributed by TECO Peoples Gas.

Compared to the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh/kWh, Cape Coral's electricity rate of 14.99¢/kWh is 0.18¢ below the Florida average. As Florida has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cape Coral

Florida Power & Light Co
Lee County Electric Coop, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Cape Coral

TECO Peoples Gas
Florida City Gas

Cape Coral vs Florida Energy Rates

Metric	Cape Coral	Florida Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.99¢	15.17¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.47	$2.47	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$170	$169	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$45	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cape Coral Residents

As a Florida city, Cape Coral residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ FPL Low Income Assistance
✅ LIHEAP Florida
✅ Duke Energy Share the Warmth
✅ Weatherization Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Cape Coral Residents

✓ Run your AC on a "dry" mode or use a standalone dehumidifier — moisture makes heat feel worse.
✓ Clean or replace AC filters monthly during summer to maintain airflow and efficiency.
✓ Consider a mini-split heat pump — it's highly efficient for both cooling and mild-winter heating.
✓ Install Energy Star certified windows to reduce solar heat gain.
✓ Use exhaust fans in bathrooms and kitchens to remove humidity at the source.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Cape Coral, Florida

The average residential electricity rate in Cape Coral is approximately 14.99¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $170 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cape Coral pay an average of $45 per month. The rate is approximately $2.47/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cape Coral is distributed by Florida Power & Light Co and Lee County Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Cape Coral natural gas service is provided by TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Cape Coral's electricity rate of 14.99¢/kWh is below the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Cape Coral, contact Florida Power & Light Co and Lee County Electric Coop, Inc. For gas service, contact TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.