What is the average electricity rate in Hickory Grove, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Hickory Grove is approximately 15.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Hickory Grove?

Natural gas customers in Hickory Grove pay an average of $66 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Hickory Grove, South Carolina?

Electricity in Hickory Grove 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 Hickory Grove?

Hickory Grove 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 Hickory Grove electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Hickory Grove's electricity rate of 15.69¢/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 Hickory Grove?

To start electric service in Hickory Grove, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Hickory Grove, South Carolina

Hickory Grove 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 Hickory Grove households.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Hickory Grove's electricity rate of 15.69¢/kWh is 0.49¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Hickory Grove

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

Natural Gas Utility in Hickory Grove

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

Hickory Grove vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Hickory Grove	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.69¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.59	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$144	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$66	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Hickory Grove Residents

As a South Carolina city, Hickory Grove 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 Hickory Grove 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 Hickory Grove, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Hickory Grove is approximately 15.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Hickory Grove pay an average of $66 per month. The rate is approximately $1.59/therm per therm.
Electricity in Hickory Grove 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.
Hickory Grove 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.
Hickory Grove's electricity rate of 15.69¢/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 Hickory Grove, 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.