Caldwell County, NC: Electric Rates From 3 Providers

Caldwell County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Caldwell County, North Carolina Electricity Overview

Caldwell County's average residential electricity rate is 12.24 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 22.98% less than the nationwide average rate of 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour.

Caldwell County is the 731st most populous county in the US.

On average, Caldwell County citizens are responsible for 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, making it the 2197th highest polluting county based on per capita emissions.

The largest supplier in Caldwell County by customer count is Duke Energy Carolinas.

Caldwell County has no electricity production plants and must import all of the electricity sold in the county.

Residents of Caldwell County pay around 16.38% less than the $137.53 national average monthly residential electric expense.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,021,351 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.69 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    300,091,956 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,728.22 kg

Lenoir, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, Lenoir's inhabitants spend 12.26 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. This is 5.15% below the state's average rate of 12.92 cents, which ranks the city 247th out of 777 cities in North Carolina for lowest average electricity rate. Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The state average monthly residential electric bill is $130.51, while the Lenoir average is 11.85% lower at $115.04 per month. This ranks the city 163rd in the state for average monthly bill amount.

In Lenoir, there are no electricity generating plants. The inhabitants must rely on power produced outside of the city limits. The city's electricity use results in CO2 pollution totaling 67,872,261.44 kilograms, which is 56th largest amount in the state out of 777 cities. Averaging 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 24th highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Lenoir

Lenoir residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.131/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
247th12.26¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Lenoir
163rd$115.04Average residential monthly electricity bill for Lenoir Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Lenoir, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Blue Ridge EnergyBUNDLED13.08119.32770,827100,803,000
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770

Zips with electric coverage in Lenoir, North Carolina include: 28645, 28630, 28638

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Sawmills, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, Sawmills' inhabitants spend 11.62 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. This is 10.05% below the state's average rate of 12.92 cents, which ranks the city 182nd out of 777 cities in North Carolina for lowest average electricity rate. Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The state average monthly residential electric bill is $130.51, while the Sawmills average is 14.39% lower at $111.73 per month. This ranks the city 134th in the state for average monthly bill amount.

In Sawmills, there are no electricity generating plants. The inhabitants must rely on power produced outside of the city limits. The city's electricity use results in CO2 pollution totaling 18,838,700.2 kilograms, which is 156th largest amount in the state out of 777 cities. Averaging 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 212th highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Sawmills

Sawmills residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.131/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
182nd11.62¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Sawmills
134th$111.73Average residential monthly electricity bill for Sawmills Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Sawmills, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Blue Ridge EnergyBUNDLED13.08119.32770,827100,803,000
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770

Granite Falls, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, Granite Falls' inhabitants spend 12.17 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity. This is 5.84% below the state's average rate of 12.92 cents, which ranks the city 242nd out of 777 cities in North Carolina for lowest average electricity rate. Granite Falls, North Carolina Electric Utility is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The state average monthly residential electric bill is $130.51, while the Granite Falls average is 10.27% lower at $117.11 per month. This ranks the city 182nd in the state for average monthly bill amount.

In Granite Falls, there are no electricity generating plants. The inhabitants must rely on power produced outside of the city limits. The city's electricity use results in CO2 pollution totaling 18,260,825.96 kilograms, which is 160th largest amount in the state out of 777 cities. Averaging 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 24th highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Granite Falls

Granite Falls residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.131/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
242nd12.17¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Granite Falls
182nd$117.11Average residential monthly electricity bill for Granite Falls Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Granite Falls, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Blue Ridge EnergyBUNDLED13.08119.32770,827100,803,000
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770
Granite Falls, North Carolina Electric UtilityBUNDLED12.28122.325,687.93,155,414.92

Caldwell County, North Carolina Details

Caldwell County, North Carolina Net Metering

Of the 3 electric providers in Caldwell County, 100.00% of them report that they offer net metering. The state has commendable net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other alternative types of electricity generation more affordable.

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Caldwell County who report energy loss data had an average of 2.80% of energy generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. The United States average is 2.87%, resulting in Caldwell County receiving a rank of 317th best in the United States for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Caldwell County:

  • Cajah's Mountain, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Cedar Rock, North Carolina:
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
  • Gamewell, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 70.92%
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 29.08%
  • Granite Falls, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 39.48%
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 24.91%
    • Granite Falls, North Carolina Electric Utility: 35.61%
  • Hudson, North Carolina:
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 26.07%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 73.93%
  • Lenoir, North Carolina:
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 48.33%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 51.67%
  • Rhodhiss, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Sawmills, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 91.65%
    • Blue Ridge Energy: 8.35%

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

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Caldwell County, North Carolina?

By total megawatt hours sold, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest electricity company in Caldwell County, North Carolina.

What electricity companies offer service in Caldwell County, North Carolina?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas65,207
2Blue Ridge Energy18,863
3Granite Falls, North Carolina Electric Utility2,638

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

Caldwell County, North Carolina has 3 electricity providers offering service in the area.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2023-08-22