What is the average electricity rate in Fountain Inn, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Fountain Inn is approximately 15.53¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fountain Inn?

Natural gas customers in Fountain Inn pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fountain Inn, South Carolina?

Electricity in Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn?

Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Fountain Inn's electricity rate of 15.53¢/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 Fountain Inn?

To start electric service in Fountain Inn, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Fountain Inn, South Carolina

Fountain Inn, South Carolina is served by Duke Energy South Carolina for electricity and Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) for natural gas. Rates in Fountain Inn are comparable to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Fountain Inn's electricity rate of 15.53¢/kWh is 0.65¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Fountain Inn

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

Natural Gas Utility in Fountain Inn

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

Fountain Inn vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Fountain Inn	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.53¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$142	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$65	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fountain Inn Residents

As a South Carolina city, Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Fountain Inn is approximately 15.53¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fountain Inn pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fountain Inn 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.
Fountain Inn 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.
Fountain Inn's electricity rate of 15.53¢/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 Fountain Inn, 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.