What is the average electricity rate in Folly Beach, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Folly Beach is approximately 16.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $149 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Folly Beach?

Natural gas customers in Folly Beach pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.72/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Folly Beach, South Carolina?

Electricity in Folly Beach 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 Folly Beach?

Folly Beach 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 Folly Beach electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Folly Beach's electricity rate of 16.34¢/kWh is above the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Folly Beach?

To start electric service in Folly Beach, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Folly Beach, South Carolina

Folly Beach residents in South Carolina receive electric service through Duke Energy South Carolina and natural gas distribution from Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas). South Carolina's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Folly Beach households.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Folly Beach's electricity rate of 16.34¢/kWh is 0.16¢ above the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Folly Beach

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

Natural Gas Utility in Folly Beach

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

Folly Beach vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Folly Beach	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.34¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.72	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$149	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Folly Beach Residents

As a South Carolina city, Folly Beach 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 Folly Beach 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 Folly Beach, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Folly Beach is approximately 16.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $149 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Folly Beach pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.72/therm per therm.
Electricity in Folly Beach 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.
Folly Beach 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.
Folly Beach's electricity rate of 16.34¢/kWh is above the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Folly Beach, 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.