What is the average electricity rate in Forest Acres, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Acres is approximately 16.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $148 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Forest Acres?

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

Which electric company serves Forest Acres, South Carolina?

Electricity in Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres?

Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Forest Acres's electricity rate of 16.18¢/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 Forest Acres?

To start electric service in Forest Acres, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Forest Acres, South Carolina

Forest Acres 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, Forest Acres's electricity rate of 16.18¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Forest Acres

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

Natural Gas Utility in Forest Acres

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

Forest Acres vs South Carolina Energy Rates

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

Energy Assistance Programs for Forest Acres Residents

As a South Carolina city, Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres 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 Forest Acres, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Acres is approximately 16.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $148 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Forest Acres pay an average of $69 per month. The rate is approximately $1.67/therm per therm.
Electricity in Forest Acres 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.
Forest Acres 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.
Forest Acres's electricity rate of 16.18¢/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 Forest Acres, 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.