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

The average residential electricity rate in Florence is approximately 14.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $162 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Florence?

Natural gas customers in Florence pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Florence, South Carolina?

Electricity in Florence is distributed by Duke Energy Progress and Santee Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Florence?

Florence 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 Florence electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Florence's electricity rate of 14.01¢/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 Florence?

To start electric service in Florence, contact Duke Energy Progress and Santee Electric Coop, Inc. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Florence, South Carolina

Florence is served by Duke Energy Progress and Santee Electric Coop, Inc. Utilities covering Florence County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.01¢/kWh — above the South Carolina state average of 13.20¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $162. Natural gas in Florence is distributed by Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas).

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Florence's electricity rate of 14.01¢/kWh is 2.17¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Florence

Duke Energy Progress
Santee Electric Coop, Inc
MPD Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Florence

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

Florence vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Florence	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.01¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.64	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$162	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$68	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Florence Residents

As a South Carolina city, Florence 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 Florence 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 Florence, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Florence is approximately 14.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $162 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Florence pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.
Electricity in Florence is distributed by Duke Energy Progress and Santee Electric Coop, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Florence 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.
Florence's electricity rate of 14.01¢/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 Florence, contact Duke Energy Progress and Santee Electric Coop, Inc. 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.