Electricity Companies & Statistics in North Carolina
- Population
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10,551,162 - Total Production
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132,872,517MWh / 12.59MWh per capita - Total Consumption
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137,966,979MWh / 13.08MWh per capita - Total Production from Renewable
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19,015,152MWh / 1.8MWh per capita - CO2 Emissions from Consumption
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40,772,378,492kg / 3,864.25kg per capita - Total Production from Non-Renewable
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113,857,597MWh / 10.79MWh per capita
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in North Carolina
North Carolina residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
11th12.25¢Average residential price per kWh in the state of North Carolina
22nd$130.24Average residential monthly electricity bill for North Carolina Residents
North Carolina Electricity Fuel Mix
MonthlyWe report production data as it is published. Due to reporting methods and timing, data from 2022 and 2021 may be incomplete. Data is released in full each fall for the previous calendar year. For clarification on any data points, please contact our team.
AnnualAnnual data for 2021 will be finalized in the fall of 2022. Until that time, some data may be incomplete. Data for 2022 is a summation of all information released to date, which may only represent a portion of the actual production that has occurred. For clarification on any data points, please contact our team.
North Carolina's Electricity Prices and Usage
North Carolina has an average residential electricity rate of 12.25 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 20.14% below the United States average price of 15.34 cents. This ranks North Carolina as the 11th lowest priced state in the nation using average electric rate. The state has over 100 electricity suppliers, but consumers are left with a single supplier choice due to the fact that North Carolina has a regulated electricity market. On average, citizens of North Carolina account for 3,864.25 kilograms of CO2 gases from electricity use for each resident of the state, which is 33rd highest in the US. The state has seen a 41.57% decrease in coal usage for electricity production within the past 12 months. The state has seen a 10.89% increase in electricity produced from the use of solar energy throughout the last year. North Carolina has seen a 2.10% rise in the use of renewable fuel sources for electricity production during the previous 12 months.
Residential Electricity Providers in North Carolina
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) | State Production (MWh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 10.65 | 108.29 | 22,515,863 | 2,396,911,992 | 51,992,321.03 |
| Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 12.42 | 132.92 | 16,625,204 | 2,065,536,549 | 52,900,742.63 |
| Energy United Electric Member Corp | BUNDLED | 11.15 | 131.78 | 1,651,446 | 184,112,000 | |
| Dominion Energy | BUNDLED | 11.74 | 149.09 | 1,623,641 | 190,607,981 | 1,315,144 |
| Union Power | BUNDLED | 12.18 | 150.88 | 1,180,194 | 143,760,000 | |
| Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation | BUNDLED | 13.84 | 141.26 | 1,147,456 | 158,764,972 | |
| Lumbee River EMC | BUNDLED | 11.55 | 158.83 | 1,012,883 | 117,016,500 | |
| Jones Onslow Electric Membership Corporation | BUNDLED | 12.11 | 131.22 | 993,163 | 120,288,000 | |
| Rutherford Electric | BUNDLED | 12.03 | 139.34 | 956,159 | 114,988,242 | |
| Fayetteville Electric Company | BUNDLED | 11.06 | 111.56 | 907,516 | 100,331,000 | 49,246 |
104 providers total
Commercial Electricity Providers in North Carolina
| Provider | Service Type | Commercial Rate (¢) | Commercial Average Bill ($) | Commercial Sales (MWh) | Commercial Revenues ($) | State Production (MWh) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | BUNDLED | 7.69 | 505.88 | 24,391,471 | 1,875,364,938 | 51,992,321.03 |
| Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 9.76 | 489.54 | 13,142,366 | 1,283,309,709 | 52,900,742.63 |
| Dominion Energy | BUNDLED | 9.55 | 390.43 | 919,655 | 87,849,861 | 1,315,144 |
| Fayetteville Electric Company | BUNDLED | 10.51 | 635.33 | 681,427 | 71,606,000 | 49,246 |
| Energy United Electric Member Corp | BUNDLED | 9.68 | 264 | 614,662 | 59,469,000 | |
| Greenville Utilities | BUNDLED | 9.68 | 631.99 | 602,539 | 58,350,300 | |
| City of High Point Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.47 | 863.81 | 596,915 | 62,505,500 | 584 |
| Concord Utilities | BUNDLED | 9.22 | 597.64 | 378,232 | 34,861,500 | |
| Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation | BUNDLED | 11.02 | 310.52 | 375,816 | 41,406,468 | |
| City of Gastonia Utilities | BUNDLED | 10.74 | 676.27 | 316,778 | 34,027,400 |
104 providers total
Power Plants in North Carolina
| Plant | City/County | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (KG) | Emissions/MWh (KG/MWh) | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecklenburg County | Nuclear | 19,446,659 | |||||
| Brunswick County | Nuclear | 15,447,162 | |||||
Sherwood H Smith Jr Energy ComplexDuke Energy Progress (100.00%) | Richmond County | Natural Gas | 9,897,766.03 | 4,169,215,575.52 | 421.23 | ||
Belews CreekDuke Energy Carolinas (100.00%) | Stokes County | Natural Gas | 8,686,151 | 5,580,392,099.68 | 642.45 | ||
| Wake County | Nuclear | 7,803,150 | |||||
Marshall (NC)Duke Energy Carolinas (100.00%) | Lake Norman of Catawba CDP | Natural Gas | 6,821,787.01 | 4,787,638,237.14 | 701.82 | ||
Lee Combined Cycle PlantDuke Energy Progress (100.00%) | Wayne County | Natural Gas | 5,981,703 | 2,411,671,121.96 | 403.17 | ||
James E. Rogers Energy ComplexDuke Energy Carolinas (100.00%) | Cleveland County | Natural Gas | 5,074,968.02 | 2,992,615,457.48 | 589.68 | ||
| Rowan County | Natural Gas | 4,836,486 | 1,830,998,141.14 | 378.58 | |||
| Person County | Coal | 4,696,220.01 | 4,844,599,301.43 | 1,031.6 |
815 power plants total
Quick Facts
When calculating by customer count, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest provider in the state of North Carolina.
North Carolina produces 96.31% of their needed electricity and must purchase the remaining 3.69% from other states.
The monthly residential electric bill average in North Carolina is $130.24 compared to the nationwide average of $137.45. North Carolina consumers enjoy a 5.25% lower average bill each month compared to their fellow countrymen.
Residents living in North Carolina use a grand total of over 137,900,000 megawatt hours for their electricity needs.
North Carolina has experienced a 1.18% rise in the burning of non-renewable fuel sources for electricity generation during the last year.
North Carolina's ability to produce 5,219,436.04 megawatts of electricity from the use of hydroelectric energy sources, has given rise to its ranking of 11th highest hydroelectric energy generator in the nation.
| County | Population | Providers | Plants | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Avg. Electric Bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alamance County | 169,185 | 5 | 8 | 11.27 | $117.99/mo |
| Alexander County | 36,491 | 4 | 3 | 10.90 | $120.03/mo |
| Alleghany County | 10,910 | 3 | 12.60 | $110.26/mo | |
| Anson County | 22,388 | 3 | 9 | 12.62 | $140.56/mo |
| Ashe County | 26,598 | 1 | 12.62 | $110.28/mo | |
| Avery County | 17,747 | 4 | 11.34 | $110.38/mo | |
| Beaufort County | 44,898 | 6 | 11 | 13.47 | $137.28/mo |
| Bertie County | 18,105 | 3 | 6 | 14.62 | $176.22/mo |
| Bladen County | 30,105 | 5 | 15 | 12.58 | $147.41/mo |
| Brunswick County | 133,789 | 4 | 5 | 13.04 | $136.56/mo |
| Buncombe County | 266,981 | 4 | 6 | 12.61 | $130.03/mo |
| Burke County | 87,829 | 7 | 9 | 11.27 | $121.54/mo |
| Cabarrus County | 221,200 | 4 | 7 | 10.93 | $117.50/mo |
| Caldwell County | 80,705 | 4 | 3 | 11.57 | $109.30/mo |
| Camden County | 10,353 | 2 | 4 | 12.41 | $156.71/mo |
| Carteret County | 67,944 | 3 | 11.95 | $126.41/mo | |
| Caswell County | 22,785 | 4 | 5 | 12.29 | $135.11/mo |
| Catawba County | 159,852 | 6 | 18 | 10.92 | $116.26/mo |
| Chatham County | 75,070 | 5 | 12 | 12.65 | $143.50/mo |
| Cherokee County | 28,515 | 5 | 5 | 12.04 | $113.53/mo |
| Chowan County | 13,796 | 4 | 5 | 12.67 | $159.30/mo |
| Clay County | 10,997 | 3 | 2 | 12.19 | $114.82/mo |
| Cleveland County | 98,898 | 6 | 28 | 10.98 | $114.60/mo |
| Columbus County | 51,474 | 3 | 16 | 13.07 | $136.76/mo |
| Craven County | 101,405 | 5 | 11 | 12.43 | $131.51/mo |
| Cumberland County | 333,582 | 5 | 15 | 12.30 | $141.27/mo |
| Currituck County | 27,575 | 2 | 4 | 11.80 | $149.79/mo |
| Dare County | 36,718 | 3 | 1 | 13.68 | $146.37/mo |
| Davidson County | 168,002 | 5 | 6 | 10.99 | $121.02/mo |
| Davie County | 42,543 | 3 | 6 | 10.90 | $119.98/mo |
| Duplin County | 49,836 | 5 | 31 | 12.31 | $143.95/mo |
| Durham County | 320,146 | 5 | 5 | 11.47 | $123.45/mo |
| Edgecombe County | 49,609 | 8 | 8 | 12.94 | $149.90/mo |
| Forsyth County | 380,583 | 4 | 5 | 11.30 | $117.30/mo |
| Franklin County | 67,598 | 4 | 13 | 12.37 | $135.36/mo |
| Gaston County | 226,097 | 7 | 14 | 11.23 | $119.11/mo |
| Gates County | 10,584 | 2 | 3 | 13.71 | $167.67/mo |
| Graham County | 8,089 | 2 | 1 | 10.65 | $108.29/mo |
| Granville County | 60,854 | 6 | 8 | 12.31 | $136.17/mo |
| Greene County | 20,524 | 5 | 4 | 12.75 | $149.90/mo |
| Guilford County | 537,113 | 4 | 12 | 10.81 | $109.80/mo |
| Halifax County | 49,291 | 8 | 16 | 13.14 | $151.07/mo |
| Harnett County | 133,074 | 4 | 10 | 12.55 | $146.00/mo |
| Haywood County | 61,695 | 4 | 3 | 13.73 | $135.36/mo |
| Henderson County | 115,613 | 2 | 3 | 10.65 | $108.29/mo |
| Hertford County | 22,010 | 2 | 14 | 13.34 | $164.19/mo |
| Hoke County | 52,169 | 3 | 3 | 12.10 | $142.52/mo |
| Hyde County | 4,697 | 2 | 1 | 14.10 | $138.19/mo |
| Iredell County | 183,965 | 4 | 7 | 10.89 | $119.49/mo |
| Jackson County | 42,983 | 4 | 5 | 11.74 | $116.72/mo |
| Johnston County | 211,320 | 9 | 28 | 12.39 | $135.87/mo |
| Jones County | 9,326 | 4 | 7 | 12.25 | $131.58/mo |
| Lee County | 62,676 | 3 | 9 | 12.77 | $154.02/mo |
| Lenoir County | 55,344 | 7 | 13 | 12.29 | $136.35/mo |
| Lincoln County | 85,670 | 5 | 5 | 11.29 | $123.17/mo |
| Macon County | 36,532 | 4 | 3 | 11.44 | $113.28/mo |
| Madison County | 21,269 | 3 | 12.86 | $118.70/mo | |
| Martin County | 22,213 | 8 | 16 | 12.51 | $154.38/mo |
| McDowell County | 44,527 | 3 | 11.16 | $119.96/mo | |
| Mecklenburg County | 1,100,984 | 7 | 7 | 10.94 | $114.62/mo |
| Mitchell County | 14,951 | 4 | 12.80 | $120.63/mo | |
| Montgomery County | 25,891 | 5 | 12 | 12.63 | $135.21/mo |
| Moore County | 98,618 | 5 | 9 | 12.70 | $140.37/mo |
| Nash County | 94,628 | 6 | 29 | 12.35 | $133.91/mo |
| New Hanover County | 225,175 | 2 | 3 | 12.42 | $132.92/mo |
| Northampton County | 17,917 | 5 | 15 | 13.57 | $165.24/mo |
| Onslow County | 201,597 | 3 | 9 | 12.27 | $132.07/mo |
| Orange County | 147,376 | 4 | 4 | 11.91 | $131.71/mo |
| Pamlico County | 12,293 | 3 | 1 | 13.32 | $135.51/mo |
| Pasquotank County | 40,240 | 3 | 3 | 12.65 | $159.07/mo |
| Pender County | 59,964 | 4 | 8 | 12.57 | $146.45/mo |
| Perquimans County | 13,002 | 3 | 9 | 12.72 | $160.03/mo |
| Person County | 38,999 | 3 | 10 | 12.90 | $145.89/mo |
| Pitt County | 170,600 | 10 | 10 | 11.80 | $131.56/mo |
| Polk County | 19,413 | 3 | 1 | 11.25 | $121.85/mo |
| Randolph County | 143,735 | 5 | 12 | 12.39 | $130.23/mo |
| Richmond County | 43,301 | 3 | 9 | 12.61 | $140.28/mo |
| Robeson County | 118,836 | 5 | 44 | 12.01 | $144.95/mo |
| Rockingham County | 90,903 | 3 | 8 | 10.78 | $114.51/mo |
| Rowan County | 145,784 | 5 | 14 | 10.86 | $115.98/mo |
| Rutherford County | 64,592 | 5 | 11 | 11.07 | $117.35/mo |
| Sampson County | 59,468 | 4 | 14 | 12.53 | $147.35/mo |
| Scotland County | 34,345 | 5 | 12 | 12.20 | $142.36/mo |
| Stanly County | 62,148 | 5 | 5 | 11.33 | $125.92/mo |
| Stokes County | 44,588 | 4 | 4 | 11.53 | $121.89/mo |
| Surry County | 71,439 | 4 | 5 | 12.83 | $131.92/mo |
| Swain County | 14,166 | 2 | 1 | 10.65 | $108.29/mo |
| Transylvania County | 32,979 | 3 | 12.56 | $120.44/mo | |
| Tyrrell County | 3,436 | 1 | 11.74 | $149.09/mo | |
| Union County | 235,699 | 5 | 7 | 11.42 | $127.52/mo |
| Vance County | 42,650 | 4 | 13 | 12.38 | $134.59/mo |
| Wake County | 1,112,883 | 7 | 11 | 12.36 | $134.13/mo |
| Warren County | 18,889 | 4 | 9 | 13.02 | $143.34/mo |
| Washington County | 11,183 | 2 | 3 | 12.73 | $144.53/mo |
| Watauga County | 54,077 | 3 | 12.50 | $109.24/mo | |
| Wayne County | 117,692 | 5 | 31 | 12.05 | $140.53/mo |
| Wilkes County | 66,335 | 5 | 12.06 | $122.65/mo | |
| Wilson County | 78,844 | 7 | 14 | 12.05 | $133.73/mo |
| Yadkin County | 37,198 | 3 | 8 | 12.83 | $131.92/mo |
| Yancey County | 18,357 | 3 | 12.86 | $118.89/mo |
Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors
When it comes to electricity generation, North Carolina's top fuel is Natural Gas, accounting for 58,448,441.25 megawatt hours, or 43.99% of production in the state. Nuclear and Coal are the second and third most often used fuel types for electricity generation. Nuclear makes up 42,696,971 megawatt hours (32.13%) of electricity production and Coal makes up 12,257,554.63 megawatt hours (9.23%) of total generation in the state. Approximately 40,772,378,491.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in the state from electricity use. Averaging 3,864.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the state ranks 33rd highest for emissions per capita. North Carolina has 815 power plants, which is the 2nd most in the US and 8th most when counting facilities per citizen.
NUCLEAR
32.13%
COAL
9.23%
SOLAR
8.59%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
3.93%
OTHER
2.13%
North Carolina Net Metering
Roughly 22.12% of the electricity providers in North Carolina offer net metering to their consumers. North Carolina has good regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with solar panels.
Energy Loss
North Carolina has 46 electricity providers who report energy loss during transmission activities. The average energy loss for these suppliers is 4.11%. With a nationwide average of 2.45%, North Carolina is the 38th best state in the country.
Solar Taxes And Rebates
When it comes to stimulating personal solar, one of the government's easiest methods is tax and rebate related incentives. North Carolina currently offers no state tax credit to consumers who purchase solar panels at their place of residence. Residents in the state enjoy rebates for private solar installs of over $500. This is the highest amount we've seen in the US. North Carolina offers citizens a 100% tax exemption that lasts less than 10 years. Citizens in the state do not have access to a sales tax exemption when installing private solar panels.
State Level Initiatives
Whether a consumer is able to easily find electricity options with renewable fuel sources is at least somewhat determined by initiatives at the state level. Many states require green fuel sources to be a percentage of the fuel used for electricity production by providers in the state. These guidelines are referred to as Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). While further improvements could be made, North Carolina requires for 1-15% of electric output to come from renewable fuels. Furthermore, there are currently no low income solar programs to assist low income families to install solar panels.
Learn about going solar in North Carolina, find out which system size is best for you, compare local installers and see which incentives are available in your area.
FAQ: Common Questions About Electricity in North Carolina
What is a good electricity rate in North Carolina?
The average electricity rate in North Carolina is 12.25 cents per kilowatt hour, so anything below this amount is better than most. The lowest priced provider is currently New River Light & Power, at 9.47 cents per kilowatt hour.
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in North Carolina?
By total revenue, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity supplier in North Carolina.
Where does North Carolina get its electricity?
The main fuels used for electricity generation in North Carolina are Natural Gas, Nuclear and Coal, accounting for 43.99%, 32.13% and 9.23% respectively.
Does North Carolina have a deregulated electricity market?
North Carolina has a regulated electricity market, rather than a deregulated market. This means that consumers in the state normally have only one or two electricity provider options when it comes time to choose who they purchase electricity from.
What is the cheapest electricity company in North Carolina?
| Residential Rate Rank | Provider | Residential Rate (¢) | State Customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New River Light & Power | 9.47 | 8,942 |
| 2 | Lucama, North Carolina Electric Utility | 10.13 | 1,163 |
| 3 | Concord Utilities | 10.21 | 33,019 |
| 4 | City of Kings Mountain Utilities | 10.27 | 5,218 |
| 5 | Town of Dallas Utilities | 10.34 | 3,737 |
| 6 | Duke Energy Carolinas | 10.65 | 2,158,012 |
| 7 | Elizabeth City Power | 10.65 | 13,003 |
| 8 | Ayden Utilities | 10.74 | 4,219 |
| 9 | Statesville Electric Utility | 10.77 | 14,036 |
| 10 | Mountain Electric Cooperative | 10.90 | 19,609 |
What is the average electric bill in North Carolina?
In 2023, North Carolina has an average electricity bill of $130, while the United States average is $137.
How many power plants are located within North Carolina?
North Carolina has 815 power plants generating electricity for the state.
What electricity companies offer service in North Carolina?
| State Customers Rank | Provider | State Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke Energy Carolinas | 2,158,012 |
| 2 | Duke Energy Progress | 1,516,266 |
| 3 | Energy United Electric Member Corp | 135,230 |
| 4 | Dominion Energy | 125,339 |
| 5 | Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation | 104,769 |
| 6 | Fayetteville Electric Company | 84,371 |
| 7 | Union Power | 81,283 |
| 8 | Jones Onslow Electric Membership Corporation | 80,780 |
| 9 | Blue Ridge Energy | 78,221 |
| 10 | Rutherford Electric | 74,468 |
How many electric companies offer service in North Carolina?
North Carolina has 104 electricity providers offering service in the area.
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2022-10-06
