What is the average electricity rate in Chester, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Chester is approximately 15.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Chester?

Natural gas customers in Chester pay an average of $69 per month. The rate is approximately $1.67/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Chester, South Carolina?

Electricity in Chester is distributed by Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Chester?

Chester natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Chester electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Chester's electricity rate of 15.69¢/kWh is below the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Chester?

To start electric service in Chester, contact Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). For gas service, contact Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). 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.

Chester, South Carolina Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Chester, South Carolina

Chester is a community in South Carolina served by Duke Energy South Carolina for electric and Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect South Carolina's statewide energy market and the region's humid subtropical, mild winters climate.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Chester's electricity rate of 15.69¢/kWh is 0.49¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Chester

Duke Energy South Carolina
Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G)
Santee Cooper
Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Chester

Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas)
Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Fort Hill Natural Gas Authority

Chester vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Chester	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.69¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.67	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$144	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$69	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Chester Residents

As a South Carolina city, Chester residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ SC LIHEAP
✅ SC Crisis Intervention Program (CIP)
✅ Dominion Energy SC Share the Warmth
✅ SC Weatherization Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Chester 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 Chester, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Chester is approximately 15.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Chester pay an average of $69 per month. The rate is approximately $1.67/therm per therm.
Electricity in Chester is distributed by Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Chester natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Chester's electricity rate of 15.69¢/kWh is below the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Chester, contact Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). For gas service, contact Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). 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.