Utility rates in Piedmont vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Piedmont
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Piedmont heats its homes
40% natural gas · 27% electricity · 33% other fuels
Electric rates in Piedmont
Residential rates range from 13.4¢ to 13.7¢ per kWh.
Providers include Black Hills Electric Coop, Inc, Black Hills Power, Inc., West River Electric Assn Inc.
This is 18% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Piedmont
Piedmont has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 55 providers
Internet 8 providers
ZIP codes in Piedmont, SD
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.