What is the average electricity rate in Tallahassee, Florida?

The average residential electricity rate in Tallahassee is approximately 17.70¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $182 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Tallahassee?

Natural gas customers in Tallahassee pay an average of $43 per month. The rate is approximately $1.16/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Tallahassee, Florida?

Electricity in Tallahassee is distributed by Tallahassee Utilities (City of Tallahassee). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Tallahassee?

Tallahassee natural gas service is provided by Tallahassee Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Tallahassee electricity rates compare to Florida averages?

Tallahassee's electricity rate of 17.70¢/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 Tallahassee?

To start electric service in Tallahassee, contact Tallahassee Utilities (City of Tallahassee). For gas service, contact Tallahassee 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.

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

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Electricity Rate

17.70¢/kWh

2.53¢ above the Florida average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.16/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$182

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$43

per month

Gas & Electricity in Tallahassee, Florida

Tallahassee is served by the City's municipal utility, which offers lower rates than the state's investor-owned utilities. As Florida's capital, residents have direct access to state energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh/kWh, Tallahassee's electricity rate of 17.70¢/kWh is 2.53¢ above the Florida average. As Florida has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Tallahassee

Tallahassee Utilities (City of Tallahassee)

Natural Gas Utility in Tallahassee

Tallahassee Gas

Tallahassee vs Florida Energy Rates

Metric	Tallahassee	Florida Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.70¢	15.17¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.16	$2.47	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$182	$169	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$43	$45	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Tallahassee Residents

As a Florida city, Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee, Florida

The average residential electricity rate in Tallahassee is approximately 17.70¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $182 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Tallahassee pay an average of $43 per month. The rate is approximately $1.16/therm per therm.
Electricity in Tallahassee is distributed by Tallahassee Utilities (City of Tallahassee). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Tallahassee natural gas service is provided by Tallahassee Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Tallahassee's electricity rate of 17.70¢/kWh is above the Florida state average of 15.17¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Tallahassee, contact Tallahassee Utilities (City of Tallahassee). For gas service, contact Tallahassee 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.