What is the average electricity rate in Palmetto, Florida?

The average residential electricity rate in Palmetto is approximately 15.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $167 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Palmetto?

Natural gas customers in Palmetto pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $2.57/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Palmetto, Florida?

Electricity in Palmetto is distributed by Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Palmetto?

Palmetto natural gas service is provided by TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Palmetto electricity rates compare to Florida averages?

Palmetto's electricity rate of 15.02¢/kWh is below the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Palmetto?

To start electric service in Palmetto, contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. For gas service, contact TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. 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.

Palmetto, Florida Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Palmetto, Florida

In Palmetto, Florida, Florida Power & Light (FPL) handles electricity distribution and TECO Peoples Gas manages natural gas service. Florida residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh/kWh, Palmetto's electricity rate of 15.02¢/kWh is 0.15¢ below the Florida average. As Florida has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Palmetto

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
Duke Energy Florida
Tampa Electric (TECO)
Gulf Power
JEA

Natural Gas Utility in Palmetto

TECO Peoples Gas
Florida City Gas

Palmetto vs Florida Energy Rates

Metric	Palmetto	Florida Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.02¢	15.17¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.57	$2.47	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$167	$169	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$47	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Palmetto Residents

As a Florida city, Palmetto residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ FPL Low Income Assistance
✅ LIHEAP Florida
✅ Duke Energy Share the Warmth
✅ Weatherization Assistance

Energy-Saving Tips for Palmetto 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 Palmetto, Florida

The average residential electricity rate in Palmetto is approximately 15.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $167 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Palmetto pay an average of $47 per month. The rate is approximately $2.57/therm per therm.
Electricity in Palmetto is distributed by Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Palmetto natural gas service is provided by TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Palmetto's electricity rate of 15.02¢/kWh is below the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Palmetto, contact Florida Power & Light (FPL) and Duke Energy Florida. For gas service, contact TECO Peoples Gas and Florida City Gas. 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.