What is the average electricity rate in Ulmer, South Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Ulmer is approximately 16.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $147 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Ulmer?

Natural gas customers in Ulmer pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $1.69/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Ulmer, South Carolina?

Electricity in Ulmer 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 Ulmer?

Ulmer 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 Ulmer electricity rates compare to South Carolina averages?

Ulmer's electricity rate of 16.02¢/kWh is below the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Ulmer?

To start electric service in Ulmer, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Ulmer, South Carolina

Ulmer, South Carolina is served by Duke Energy South Carolina for electricity and Dominion Energy SC (SCE&G Gas) for natural gas. Rates in Ulmer are comparable to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh/kWh, Ulmer's electricity rate of 16.02¢/kWh is 0.16¢ below the South Carolina average. As South Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Ulmer

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

Natural Gas Utility in Ulmer

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

Ulmer vs South Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Ulmer	South Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.02¢	16.18¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.69	$1.64	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$147	$148	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$70	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Ulmer Residents

As a South Carolina city, Ulmer 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 Ulmer 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 Ulmer, South Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Ulmer is approximately 16.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $147 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Ulmer pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $1.69/therm per therm.
Electricity in Ulmer 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.
Ulmer 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.
Ulmer's electricity rate of 16.02¢/kWh is below the South Carolina state average of 16.18¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Ulmer, 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.