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

The average residential electricity rate in Surfside Beach is approximately 16.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Surfside Beach?

Natural gas customers in Surfside Beach pay an average of $67 per month. The rate is approximately $1.61/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Surfside Beach, South Carolina?

Electricity in Surfside Beach is distributed by Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Surfside Beach?

Surfside 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 Surfside Beach electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Surfside Beach's electricity rate of 16.67¢/kWh is above the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Surfside Beach?

To start electric service in Surfside Beach, contact Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Electricity in Surfside Beach, South Carolina (SC) is distributed by Duke Energy South Carolina at rates close to the South Carolina average of 16.18¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas). Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Surfside Beach's electricity rate of 16.67¢/kWh is 0.49¢ above the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Surfside Beach

Duke Energy South Carolina
Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G)
Santee Cooper
Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Surfside Beach

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

Surfside Beach vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Surfside Beach	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.67¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.61	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$152	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$67	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Surfside Beach Residents

As a South Carolina city, Surfside 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 Surfside 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 Surfside Beach, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Surfside Beach is approximately 16.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $152 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Surfside Beach pay an average of $67 per month. The rate is approximately $1.61/therm per therm.
Electricity in Surfside Beach is distributed by Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Surfside 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.
Surfside Beach's electricity rate of 16.67¢/kWh is above the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Surfside Beach, contact Duke Energy South Carolina and Dominion Energy South Carolina (formerly SCE&G). 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.