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Florence County, South Carolina Electricity Overview

Florence County generates about 0.14 megawatt hours of electricity with natural gas per person living in the county. This is the 210th highest amount for a county in the United States.

The county is the 16th largest generator of electricity in South Carolina out of 46 counties, producing 444,302.85 megawatt hours.

In the county, the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production has dropped by 4.10% during the course of the previous 12 months.

Consumers in Florence County pay $171.01 per month for residential electricity, compared to the state average bill of $148.93.

Florence County ranks 13th out of 46 counties in the state for total electricity usage, with its population consuming over 2,100,000 megawatt hours.

There was a 1.34% rise in CO2 emissions per capita over the last year in Florence County.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,154,776 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.76 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    444,303 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    406,629 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    37,674 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    3.25 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    629,143,147 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,601.66 kg

Recent Energy News in Florence

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Florence Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Electricity Rate for February, 2024

15.6¢ per kWh

  • 10.22% higher than last month
  • 16.18% higher than February last year
  • 9.39% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 4.28% lower than the US average
  • 460th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 168 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 174 since February last year
  • 15,149th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,991 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 6,351 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate

15.02¢ per kWh

  • 1.22% higher than last month
  • 16.02% higher than February last year
  • 9.13% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 11.31% lower than the US average
  • 460th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 176 since February last year
  • 13,040th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 789 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,095 since February last year

Average Residential Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$180.81 per month

  • 20.28% lower than last month
  • 30.55% higher than February last year
  • 31.24% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 44.22% higher than the US average
  • 460th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 25,042nd in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 13 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,305 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill

$171.91 per month

  • 2.09% higher than last month
  • 14.88% higher than February last year
  • 19.15% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 29.71% higher than the US average
  • 458th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 2 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 172 since February last year
  • 25,166th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 550 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,712 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

12.31¢ per kWh

  • 5.96% higher than last month
  • 4.8% higher than February last year
  • 11.49% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 9.56% lower than the US average
  • 460th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 164 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 161 since February last year
  • 13,004th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,391 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,871 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate

11.99¢ per kWh

  • 0.39% higher than last month
  • 6.69% higher than February last year
  • 9.97% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 15.09% lower than the US average
  • 460th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 175 since February last year
  • 12,502nd in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 362 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 4,397 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$446.97 per month

  • 13.6% lower than last month
  • 11.61% higher than February last year
  • 9.38% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 73.28% lower than the US average
  • 277th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 183 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since February last year
  • 9,821st in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 1,734 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,781 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill

$501.31 per month

  • 0.78% higher than last month
  • 7.33% higher than February last year
  • 12.1% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 69.48% lower than the US average
  • 278th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 18 since February last year
  • 10,816th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 171 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,348 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

8.35¢ per kWh

  • 23.66% higher than last month
  • 17.17% higher than February last year
  • 19.92% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 15.23% lower than the US average
  • 456th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 177 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 12 since February last year
  • 14,095th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 7,524 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 4,368 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate

7.35¢ per kWh

  • 1.41% higher than last month
  • 3.18% higher than February last year
  • 5.82% higher than the South Carolina average
  • 27.92% lower than the US average
  • 444th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 156 since February last year
  • 9,507th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,041 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 4,792 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$28,603.54 per month

  • 11.51% higher than last month
  • 14.6% higher than February last year
  • 60.78% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 6.69% lower than the US average
  • 95th in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 3 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 2 since February last year
  • 19,930th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,117 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 893 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill

$28,234.96 per month

  • 1.09% higher than last month
  • 6.78% lower than February last year
  • 64.4% lower than the South Carolina average
  • 17.17% lower than the US average
  • 93rd in the state out of 460 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 163 since February last year
  • 18,923rd in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 277 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 293 since February last year

Florence, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Florence are billed a residential electricity rate of 14.60 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 4.04% higher than the average South Carolina price of 14.03 cents and 8.88% below the nationwide average of 16.02 cents. The average residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $169.34 per month, while the state average is $148.93. Duke Energy Progress is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emitting 165,187,982.2 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Florence is the 10th highest out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,148.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Florence, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Florence

Florence residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.172/kWh$0.102/kWh$226.81/mo.$96.95/mo.
388th14.60¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Florence
405th$169.34Average residential monthly electricity bill for Florence Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Florence, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED14.84171.941,990,449.44295,465,676
Pee Dee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.01131.97409,61045,098,000

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Lake City, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Lake City are billed a residential electricity rate of 14.77 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.32% higher than the average South Carolina price of 14.03 cents and 7.76% below the nationwide average of 16.02 cents. The average residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $173.47 per month, while the state average is $148.93. Duke Energy Progress is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emitting 25,008,869.72 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Lake City is the 92nd highest out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,148.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Lake City, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lake City

Lake City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.172/kWh$0.102/kWh$226.81/mo.$96.95/mo.
400th14.77¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Lake City
471st$173.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Lake City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Lake City, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED14.84171.941,990,449.44295,465,676
Santee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED14.41181.47526,08975,788,800

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Timmonsville, SC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Timmonsville are billed a residential electricity rate of 14.58 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 3.93% higher than the average South Carolina price of 14.03 cents and 8.98% below the nationwide average of 16.02 cents. The average residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $169.18 per month, while the state average is $148.93. Duke Energy Progress is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emitting 8,953,075.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Timmonsville is the 181st highest out of 475 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 4,148.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Timmonsville, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Timmonsville

Timmonsville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.172/kWh$0.102/kWh$226.81/mo.$96.95/mo.
386th14.58¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Timmonsville
404th$169.18Average residential monthly electricity bill for Timmonsville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Timmonsville, South Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED14.84171.941,990,449.44295,465,676
Pee Dee Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.01131.97409,61045,098,000

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Electricity Production in Florence County, South Carolina

Power Plants in Florence County, South Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Florence MillWestRock-Florence (100.00%)
Florence County SC Black Liquour 398,346.85178,876,089.52449.05
Rankin Solar Center, LLCRankin Solar Center, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 20,103
Bani SolarBani Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 4,572
Blacktip SolarBlacktip Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 4,033
Goldenrod SolarGoldenrod Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 3,975
South SolarSouth Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 3,974
Willis SolarWillis Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 3,865
Sapphire SolarSapphire Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 3,717
Otis Elevator Company SolarOtis Elevator Company (100.00%)
Florence County SC Solar 1,717

Florence County, South Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Florence County results in the release of 629,143,147.39 kilograms of CO2 pollution, which is 522nd largest emissions amount in the nation out of 3230 counties. Averaging 4,601.66 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the county ranks 1490th worst for pollution per capita. Black Liquour is the primary fuel in Florence County, with 45.80% of electricity production coming from the fuel type. Wood/Wood Waste Solids and Solar are also primary fuel types in the county, with 35.38% and 10.34% of total electricity production coming from each fuel source, respectively. Florence County is home to 9 power generation plants, which is 300th highest in the country.

BLACK LIQUOUR
Black Liquour
Black Liquour
Black Liquour
Black Liquour
Black Liquour
45.80%
WOOD/WOOD WASTE SOLIDS
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
35.38%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
10.34%
COAL
Coal
4.16%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
3.89%
OTHER
Other
0.43%

Florence County, South Carolina Net Metering

Of the 3 electricity companies in Florence County, 3 of them report that they offer net metering. The state has decent net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other alternative types of electricity generation more feasible.

Energy Loss

Florence County electricity suppliers who report energy loss average roughly 5.32% of their energy lost per year. The countrywide average is 2.87%, meaning Florence County ranks 2105th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Florence County, South Carolina

Providers In Each City in Florence County:

  • Coward, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 95.16%
    • Santee Electric Cooperative: 4.84%
  • Florence, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 93.51%
    • Pee Dee Electric Cooperative: 6.49%
  • Johnsonville, South Carolina:
    • Santee Electric Cooperative: 5.39%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 94.61%
  • Lake City, South Carolina:
    • Santee Electric Cooperative: 16.10%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 83.90%
  • Olanta, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 100.00%
  • Pamplico, South Carolina:
    • Santee Electric Cooperative: 2.56%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 97.44%
  • Quinby, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 100.00%
  • Scranton, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 100.00%
  • Timmonsville, South Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 93.09%
    • Pee Dee Electric Cooperative: 6.91%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Florence County, South Carolina?

Florence County, South Carolina is home to 9 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Florence County, South Carolina?

The largest electricity provider in Florence County, South Carolina by total customer count is Duke Energy Progress.

Which electricity companies offer service in Florence County, South Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Progress8,728
2Santee Electric Cooperative6,200
3Pee Dee Electric Cooperative2,794

How many electric companies offer service in Florence County, South Carolina?

There are 3 electricity companies operating in Florence County, South Carolina.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2024-04-03