What is the average electricity rate in Lakeland, Tennessee?

The average residential electricity rate in Lakeland is approximately 14.04¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lakeland?

Natural gas customers in Lakeland pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.07/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Lakeland, Tennessee?

Electricity in Lakeland is distributed by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Nashville Electric Service (NES). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Lakeland?

Lakeland natural gas service is provided by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Atmos Energy Tennessee. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Lakeland electricity rates compare to Tennessee averages?

Lakeland's electricity rate of 14.04¢/kWh is below the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Lakeland?

To start electric service in Lakeland, contact Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Nashville Electric Service (NES). For gas service, contact Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Atmos Energy Tennessee. 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.

Lakeland, Tennessee Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lakeland, Tennessee

Lakeland is a community in Tennessee served by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) for electric and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Tennessee's statewide energy market and the region's humid subtropical, mild winters, hot humid summers climate.

Compared to the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh/kWh, Lakeland's electricity rate of 14.04¢/kWh is 0.43¢ below the Tennessee average. As Tennessee has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lakeland

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
Nashville Electric Service (NES)
Memphis Light Gas & Water (MLGW)
Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB)

Natural Gas Utility in Lakeland

Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Atmos Energy Tennessee
Memphis Light Gas & Water

Lakeland vs Tennessee Energy Rates

Metric	Lakeland	Tennessee Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.04¢	14.47¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.07	$1.03	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$126	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lakeland Residents

As a Tennessee city, Lakeland residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Tennessee LIHEAP
✅ Low Income Home Energy Assistance
✅ Dollar Energy Fund
✅ TVA EnergyRight Solutions

Energy-Saving Tips for Lakeland 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 Lakeland, Tennessee

The average residential electricity rate in Lakeland is approximately 14.04¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lakeland pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.07/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lakeland is distributed by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Nashville Electric Service (NES). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Lakeland natural gas service is provided by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Atmos Energy Tennessee. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Lakeland's electricity rate of 14.04¢/kWh is below the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Lakeland, contact Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Nashville Electric Service (NES). For gas service, contact Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Atmos Energy Tennessee. 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.