What is the average electricity rate in Cottondale, Florida?

The average residential electricity rate in Cottondale is approximately 15.78¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $176 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cottondale?

Natural gas customers in Cottondale pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $2.59/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Cottondale, Florida?

Electricity in Cottondale is distributed by Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Cottondale?

Cottondale 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 Cottondale electricity rates compare to Florida averages?

Cottondale's electricity rate of 15.78¢/kWh is above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Cottondale?

To start electric service in Cottondale, contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. 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.

Cottondale, Florida Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Cottondale, Florida

In Cottondale, Florida, Florida Power & Light (FPL) handles electricity distribution and TECO Peoples Gas manages natural gas service. Florida residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh/kWh, Cottondale's electricity rate of 15.78¢/kWh is 0.61¢ above the Florida average. As Florida has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cottondale

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
Duke Energy Florida
Tampa Electric (TECO)
Gulf Power
JEA

Natural Gas Utility in Cottondale

TECO Peoples Gas
Florida City Gas

Cottondale vs Florida Energy Rates

Metric	Cottondale	Florida Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.78¢	15.17¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.59	$2.47	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$176	$169	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$47	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cottondale Residents

As a Florida city, Cottondale 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 Cottondale 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 Cottondale, Florida

The average residential electricity rate in Cottondale is approximately 15.78¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $176 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cottondale pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $2.59/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cottondale is distributed by Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Cottondale 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.
Cottondale's electricity rate of 15.78¢/kWh is above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Cottondale, contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. 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.