What is the average electricity rate in St. Petersburg, Florida?

The average residential electricity rate in St. Petersburg is approximately 17.58¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $188 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in St. Petersburg?

Natural gas customers in St. Petersburg pay an average of $45 per month. The rate is approximately $2.47/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves St. Petersburg, Florida?

Electricity in St. Petersburg is distributed by Duke Energy Florida, LLC and Tampa Electric Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves St. Petersburg?

St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg electricity rates compare to Florida averages?

St. Petersburg's electricity rate of 17.58¢/kWh is above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in St. Petersburg?

To start electric service in St. Petersburg, contact Duke Energy Florida, LLC and Tampa Electric Co. 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.

St. Petersburg, Florida Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in St. Petersburg, Florida

St. Petersburg is served by Duke Energy Florida, LLC and Tampa Electric Co. Utilities covering Pinellas County report an average residential electricity rate of 17.58¢/kWh — above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $188. Natural gas in St. Petersburg is distributed by TECO Peoples Gas.

Compared to the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh/kWh, St. Petersburg's electricity rate of 17.58¢/kWh is 2.41¢ above the Florida average. As Florida has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in St. Petersburg

Duke Energy Florida, LLC
Tampa Electric Co

Natural Gas Utility in St. Petersburg

TECO Peoples Gas
Florida City Gas

St. Petersburg vs Florida Energy Rates

Metric	St. Petersburg	Florida Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.58¢	15.17¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.47	$2.47	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$188	$169	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$45	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for St. Petersburg Residents

As a Florida city, St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg, Florida

The average residential electricity rate in St. Petersburg is approximately 17.58¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $188 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in St. Petersburg pay an average of $45 per month. The rate is approximately $2.47/therm per therm.
Electricity in St. Petersburg is distributed by Duke Energy Florida, LLC and Tampa Electric Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
St. Petersburg 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.
St. Petersburg's electricity rate of 17.58¢/kWh is above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in St. Petersburg, contact Duke Energy Florida, LLC and Tampa Electric Co. 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.