Electricity rates in Varnville, SC
Varnville (2,067 people, Hampton County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Dominion Energy South Carolina pay about 17.12¢/kWh, 9% more than the South Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Varnville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominion Energy South Carolina | Investor-owned utility | 17.12¢ | $177 | 713K | 131 |
| Palmetto Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.19¢ | $184 | 70K | 51 |
Power outages in Hampton County right now
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Outage history in Hampton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,063 | 182 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,497 (118.1%) | 1,766 (19.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-09-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,063 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hampton 17.1¢
- Estill 17.1¢
- Fairfax 17.1¢
- Allendale 17.1¢
- Walterboro 17.1¢
- Ridgeland 17.1¢
- Bamberg 17.1¢
- Barnwell 17.1¢
- Laurel Bay 17.1¢
- Denmark 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 29944
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Varnville?
Most homes in Varnville get power from Dominion Energy South Carolina, where residential customers pay an average of 17.12¢/kWh including all charges. The South Carolina average is 15.64¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Varnville: Palmetto Electric Co-op (15.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Varnville?
About $177 a month, based on 1,032 kWh a month (the average for Dominion Energy South Carolina customers) at 17.12¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Varnville, SC?
2 utilities serve Varnville's ZIP codes: Dominion Energy South Carolina, Palmetto Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Varnville?
In 2025, customers in Hampton County averaged 3 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-03, when 1,766 customers (19.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.