What is the average electricity rate in Watauga, Tennessee?

The average residential electricity rate in Watauga is approximately 14.61¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Watauga?

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

Which electric company serves Watauga, Tennessee?

Electricity in Watauga 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 Watauga?

Watauga 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 Watauga electricity rates compare to Tennessee averages?

Watauga's electricity rate of 14.61¢/kWh is above the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Watauga?

To start electric service in Watauga, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Watauga, Tennessee

Watauga, Tennessee is served by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) for electricity and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) for natural gas. Rates in Watauga are comparable to the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh/kWh, Watauga's electricity rate of 14.61¢/kWh is 0.14¢ above the Tennessee average. As Tennessee has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Watauga

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

Natural Gas Utility in Watauga

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

Watauga vs Tennessee Energy Rates

Metric	Watauga	Tennessee Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.61¢	14.47¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$1.03	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$131	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$67	$68	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Watauga Residents

As a Tennessee city, Watauga 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 Watauga 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 Watauga, Tennessee

The average residential electricity rate in Watauga is approximately 14.61¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Watauga pay an average of $67 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Watauga 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.
Watauga 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.
Watauga's electricity rate of 14.61¢/kWh is above the Tennessee state average of 14.47¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Watauga, 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.