What is the average electricity rate in Ridgeside, Tennessee?

The average residential electricity rate in Ridgeside is approximately 13.75¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Ridgeside?

Natural gas customers in Ridgeside pay an average of $67 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Ridgeside, Tennessee?

Electricity in Ridgeside 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 Ridgeside?

Ridgeside 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 Ridgeside electricity rates compare to Tennessee averages?

Ridgeside's electricity rate of 13.75¢/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 Ridgeside?

To start electric service in Ridgeside, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Ridgeside, Tennessee

Ridgeside residents in Tennessee receive electric service through Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and natural gas distribution from Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). Tennessee's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Ridgeside households.

Compared to the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh/kWh, Ridgeside's electricity rate of 13.75¢/kWh is 0.72¢ below the Tennessee average. As Tennessee has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Ridgeside

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

Natural Gas Utility in Ridgeside

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

Ridgeside vs Tennessee Energy Rates

Metric	Ridgeside	Tennessee Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.75¢	14.47¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$1.03	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$67	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Ridgeside Residents

As a Tennessee city, Ridgeside 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 Ridgeside 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 Ridgeside, Tennessee

The average residential electricity rate in Ridgeside is approximately 13.75¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Ridgeside pay an average of $67 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Ridgeside 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.
Ridgeside 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.
Ridgeside's electricity rate of 13.75¢/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 Ridgeside, 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.