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

The average residential electricity rate in Myrtle Beach is approximately 12.98¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $134 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Myrtle Beach?

Natural gas customers in Myrtle Beach pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Myrtle Beach, South Carolina?

Electricity in Myrtle Beach is distributed by South Carolina Public Service Authority and Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Myrtle Beach?

Myrtle 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 Myrtle Beach electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Myrtle Beach's electricity rate of 12.98¢/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 Myrtle Beach?

To start electric service in Myrtle Beach, contact South Carolina Public Service Authority and Duke Energy Progress. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach is served by South Carolina Public Service Authority and Duke Energy Progress. Utilities covering Horry County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.98¢/kWh — below the South Carolina state average of 13.20¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $134. Natural gas in Myrtle Beach is distributed by Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas).

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Myrtle Beach's electricity rate of 12.98¢/kWh is 3.20¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Myrtle Beach

South Carolina Public Service Authority
Duke Energy Progress
Horry Electric Coop Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Myrtle Beach

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

Myrtle Beach vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Myrtle Beach	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.98¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.64	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$134	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$68	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Myrtle Beach Residents

As a South Carolina city, Myrtle 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 Myrtle 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 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Myrtle Beach is approximately 12.98¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $134 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Myrtle Beach pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.
Electricity in Myrtle Beach is distributed by South Carolina Public Service Authority and Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Myrtle 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.
Myrtle Beach's electricity rate of 12.98¢/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 Myrtle Beach, contact South Carolina Public Service Authority and Duke Energy Progress. 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.