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Rockingham County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Rockingham County, North Carolina Electricity Overview

Rockingham County generates 98.91% of their electricity from non-renewable fuels. This equates to 47.64 megawatt hours per citizen and places Rockingham County as the 8th highest county in the state out of 100 counties for non-renewable generation per capita a year.

When measuring CO2 emissions per capita, Rockingham County saw a 4.55% drop over the course of the past year.

Rockingham County ranks 416th in the United States out of 3230 counties in solar power production, with 43,820 megawatt hours produced from solar.

With 43,820 megawatt generated from solar power and 91,957 citizens in Rockingham County, the county averages 0.48 megawatt hours produced from solar per capita, which gives it a ranking of 449th in the US out of 3230 counties.

Power plants in Rockingham County have had a 19.90% decrease in the use of non-renewable fuels for electricity production throughout the past 12 months, which is an admirable effort.

Rockingham County is the 500th highest producer of megawatt hours per capita out of 3230 counties in the nation, with a population of 91,957 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 4,429,027.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,181,877 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.85 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    4,429,027 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    48,271 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    4,380,756 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    48.16 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    484,303,068 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    5,266.63 kg

Recent Energy News in Eden

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Eden Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Electricity Rate for February, 2024

15.15¢ per kWh

  • 24.67% higher than last month
  • 30% higher than February last year
  • 4.7% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 7.06% lower than the US average
  • 359th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 87 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 110 since February last year
  • 13,607th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,858 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 9,460 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate

12.37¢ per kWh

  • 2.41% higher than last month
  • 13.69% higher than February last year
  • 9.57% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 26.97% lower than the US average
  • 249th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 4,754th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 481 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 3,175 since February last year

Average Residential Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$140.48 per month

  • 17.51% lower than last month
  • 42.25% higher than February last year
  • 12.92% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 12.06% higher than the US average
  • 250th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 5 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 17,838th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 723 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 13,132 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill

$120.36 per month

  • 2.97% higher than last month
  • 12.05% higher than February last year
  • 13.56% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 9.18% lower than the US average
  • 249th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 10,338th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,145 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,149 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

10.52¢ per kWh

  • 14.27% higher than last month
  • 26.45% higher than February last year
  • 10.62% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 22.74% lower than the US average
  • 248th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since February last year
  • 7,205th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,686 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,211 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate

8.84¢ per kWh

  • 2.12% higher than last month
  • 14.1% higher than February last year
  • 13.4% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 37.38% lower than the US average
  • 249th in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 2,337th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 414 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,838 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$607.48 per month

  • 2.37% lower than last month
  • 32.73% higher than February last year
  • 5.76% higher than the North Carolina average
  • 63.69% lower than the US average
  • 732nd in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 2 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 16,906th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,425 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,742 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill

$585.03 per month

  • 2.18% higher than last month
  • 15.67% higher than February last year
  • 6.97% higher than the North Carolina average
  • 64.38% lower than the US average
  • 731st in the state out of 732 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 13,925th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 51 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,923 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

8.42¢ per kWh

  • 22.86% higher than last month
  • 38.23% higher than February last year
  • 3.34% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 14.55% lower than the US average
  • 272nd in the state out of 729 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 23 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 23 since February last year
  • 14,400th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 7,475 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 11,143 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate

6.95¢ per kWh

  • 2.87% higher than last month
  • 15% higher than February last year
  • 8.18% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 31.91% lower than the US average
  • 249th in the state out of 729 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 6,267th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,459 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,347 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$16,449.7 per month

  • 19.15% higher than last month
  • 43.2% higher than February last year
  • 51.25% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 46.34% lower than the US average
  • 613th in the state out of 729 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 364 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 364 since February last year
  • 16,247th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,832 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,010 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill

$14,869.39 per month

  • 2.86% higher than last month
  • 10.76% higher than February last year
  • 62.78% lower than the North Carolina average
  • 56.38% lower than the US average
  • 249th in the state out of 729 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 15,156th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 46 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,995 since February last year

Eden, NC Electricity Overview

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Eden averages a residential electricity rate of 12.28 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 8.65% less than the state's average price of 13.44 cents, which ranks the city 76th best for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $120.47 per month. Duke Energy Carolinas sells an estimated 53,468.56 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than all other vendors.

Eden residents average 3,895.61 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 59,669,133.3 kilograms, the city ranks 66th highest in North Carolina for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within Eden, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Eden

Eden residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.151/kWh$0.093/kWh$170.31/mo.$70.76/mo.
76th12.28¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Eden
48th$120.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Eden Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Eden, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.28120.4722,155,382.952,719,638,474

Reidsville, NC Electricity Overview

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Reidsville averages a residential electricity rate of 12.28 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 8.65% less than the state's average price of 13.44 cents, which ranks the city 76th best for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. Solar gardens in the city produce, on average, 0.61 megawatt hours per person living in the city. The city is ranked 57th in the state in total electricity generated from power generating plants within its borders, with 8,862 megawatt hours produced.

Reidsville residents average 3,709.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 53,656,189.28 kilograms, the city ranks 74th highest in North Carolina for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. There is one power generation plant in the city. When it comes to electricity generation, Reidsville's top fuel is Solar, making up 100.00% of generation in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Reidsville

Reidsville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.151/kWh$0.093/kWh$170.31/mo.$70.76/mo.
76th12.28¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Reidsville
48th$120.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Reidsville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Reidsville, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.28120.4722,155,382.952,719,638,474

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Stokesdale, NC Electricity Overview

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Stokesdale averages a residential electricity rate of 12.12 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 9.79% less than the state's average price of 13.44 cents, which ranks the city 35th best for average electricity price out of 777 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $121.97 per month. Duke Energy Carolinas sells an estimated 71,033 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than all other vendors.

Stokesdale residents average 3,895.61 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 22,964,649.79 kilograms, the city ranks 141st highest in North Carolina for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within Stokesdale, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Stokesdale

Stokesdale residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.151/kWh$0.093/kWh$170.31/mo.$70.76/mo.
35th12.12¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Stokesdale
225th$121.97Average residential monthly electricity bill for Stokesdale Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Stokesdale, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED12.28120.4722,155,382.952,719,638,474
Energy United Electric Member CorpBUNDLED10.86134.321,746,587189,737,000

Zips with electric coverage in Stokesdale, North Carolina include: 27284, 27358, 27357, 27310

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Electricity Production in Rockingham County, North Carolina

Power Plants in Rockingham County, North Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Rockingham County NC Natural Gas 3,612,3881,359,400,383.6376.32
Rockingham County CT StationDuke Energy Carolinas (100.00%)
Rockingham County NC Natural Gas 768,368455,502,430.16592.82
Dibrell FarmDibrell Farm LLC (100.00%)
Rockingham County NC Solar 9,327
Market FarmKenwood Creek Holdings, LLC (100.00%)
Reidsville NC Solar 8,862
Husky SolarCypress Creek Renewables (100.00%)
Rockingham County NC Solar 8,766
Jacob SolarCypress Creek Renewables (100.00%)
Rockingham County NC Solar 8,640
Moore Solar FarmMoore Solar Farm LLC (100.00%)
Rockingham County NC Solar 8,224
Avalon HydropowerAvalon Hydropower LLC (100.00%)
Mayodan NC Conventional Hydroelectric 4,451
Moyer SolarMoyer Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Stoneville NC Solar 1

Rockingham County, North Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Rockingham County emits 5,266.63 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident in the county from electricity consumption, which makes it the 6th highest polluting county out of 100 counties in North Carolina and 1238th out of 3230 counties nationally. This equals a total pollution amount from electricity consumption of 484,303,067.58 kilograms. Natural Gas is the primary fuel in Rockingham County, with 98.88% of electricity production coming from the fuel. When combined with Solar (0.99%) and Conventional Hydroelectric (0.10%), these three fuel types account for 4,427,706.64 megawatt hours (or 99.97%) of the electricity generation in the county. Rockingham County is home to 9 electricity producing plants, which is 300th most in the country.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
98.88%
SOLAR
Solar
0.99%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
0.10%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.03%

Rockingham County, North Carolina Net Metering

There are 2 companies in Rockingham County providing electricity. Of those 2, 100.00% of them offer some type of net metering option for their consumers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically feasible. North Carolina has above average regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with personal solar installations.

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Rockingham County who report energy loss metrics had an average of 4.09% of electricity generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. The US average is 2.87%, resulting in Rockingham County having a rank of 986th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Rockingham County, North Carolina

Providers In Each City in Rockingham County:

  • Eden, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Madison, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Mayodan, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 97.69%
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 2.31%
  • Reidsville, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Stokesdale, North Carolina:
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 10.85%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 89.15%
  • Stoneville, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Wentworth, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 96.26%
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 3.74%

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

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Rockingham County, North Carolina?

The largest electricity company in Rockingham County, North Carolina by total customer count is Duke Energy Carolinas.

How many electric companies offer service in Rockingham County, North Carolina?

Rockingham County, North Carolina is home to 2 electricity companies operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Rockingham County, North Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas79,974
2Energy United Electric Member Corp24,364

How many power plants are located within Rockingham County, North Carolina?

There are 9 electricity plants located in Rockingham County, North Carolina

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2024-05-05