Cleveland County, NC: 5 Electric Providers

Cleveland County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics

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Cleveland County, North Carolina Electricity Overview

Cleveland County released 681,074,168.73 kilograms of CO2 gases from electricity use, which makes it the 492nd highest polluting county out of 3230 counties in the country.

The county is the 6th highest generator of electricity of all 100 counties in North Carolina, producing 8,339,899.99 megawatt hours.

Cleveland County is 22nd in North Carolina out of 100 counties in solar power generation, with 101,651 megawatt hours produced from solar.

Residents of Cleveland County are paying, on average, 25.10% less per kilowatt hour at home than the nationwide average price, at 11.91 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour.

In Cleveland County, 8,238,248.99 megawatt hours of electricity are produced from non-renewable fuels. Cleveland County ranks 6th out of 100 counties in North Carolina for total electricity generation from non-renewable fuel sources.

Cleveland County emits 6,765.41 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 803rd worst polluting county in the country by per capita emissions.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,277,386 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.69 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    8,339,900 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    101,651 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    8,238,249 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    82.84 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    681,074,169 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    6,765.41 kg

Shelby, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens who call Shelby home are billed a residential electricity price of 12.15 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully for the inhabitants, this price is below both the state and the United States average prices of 12.92 and 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The state average monthly residential electricity bill is $130.51, while the Shelby average is 9.95% lower at $117.53 per month. This is the 185th lowest average monthly bill amount for a city in the state. Selling an estimated 183,177.17 megawatt hours each year, City of Shelby Utilities is the largest supplier in the city.

For every citizen in the city there are 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 pollution. This results in a total pollution amount of 80,395,355.44 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The city has one power producing plant within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Shelby

Shelby residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.144/kWh$0.095/kWh$161.55/mo.$75.72/mo.
241st12.15¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Shelby
185th$117.53Average residential monthly electricity bill for Shelby Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Shelby, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
City of Shelby UtilitiesBUNDLED11.32105.571,907.478,141,960.85
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED13.39133.4915,681,736.52,099,700,361

Zips with electric coverage in Shelby, North Carolina include: 28086, 28150, 28152

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Kings Mountain, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens who call Kings Mountain home are billed a residential electricity price of 11.96 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully for the inhabitants, this price is below both the state and the United States average prices of 12.92 and 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Electricity facilities in the city are fueled by non-renewable fuel sources for 100.00% of the megawatt hours they generate. This is the 2nd most out of the 777 cities in the state. The nationwide average monthly residential power bill is $137.53, while the Kings Mountain average is 16.43% below at $114.94 per month.

For every citizen in the city there are 4,576.03 kilograms of CO2 pollution. This results in a total pollution amount of 49,306,756.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The main fuel used in Kings Mountain is Natural Gas. They generate 3,247,101 megawatt hours from this fuel source. Kings Mountain has one electricity generation plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kings Mountain

Kings Mountain residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.132/kWh$0.093/kWh$156.94/mo.$77.36/mo.
228th11.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Kings Mountain
160th$114.94Average residential monthly electricity bill for Kings Mountain Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Kings Mountain, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
City of Kings Mountain UtilitiesBUNDLED12.26114.1850,158.786,150,744.77
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770
Rutherford ElectricBUNDLED13.24145.01912,218.95120,777,683

Zips with electric coverage in Kings Mountain, North Carolina include: 28086, 28150, 28016, 28073

Boiling Springs, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens who call Boiling Springs home are billed a residential electricity price of 11.49 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully for the inhabitants, this price is below both the state and the United States average prices of 12.92 and 15.90 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The state average monthly residential electricity bill is $130.51, while the Boiling Springs average is 14.92% lower at $111.04 per month. This is the 6th lowest average monthly bill amount for a city in the state. Selling an estimated 16,167.41 megawatt hours each year, Duke Energy Carolinas is the largest supplier in the city.

For every citizen in the city there are 3,728.22 kilograms of CO2 pollution. This results in a total pollution amount of 16,818,004.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The city has no electricity producing plants within its borders.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Boiling Springs

Boiling Springs 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.
47th11.49¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Boiling Springs
6th$111.04Average residential monthly electricity bill for Boiling Springs Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Boiling Springs, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.35109.6921,581,026.552,449,311,770

Electricity Production in Cleveland County, North Carolina

Power Plants in Cleveland County, North Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
James E. Rogers Energy ComplexDuke Energy Carolinas (100.00%)
Cleveland County NC Natural Gas 4,969,2593,294,260,849.73662.93
Kings Mountain Energy CenterNTE Carolinas, LLC (100.00%)
Kings Mountain NC Natural Gas 3,260,3011,176,179,852.68360.76
Broad River Solar, LLCBroad River Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Cleveland County NC Solar 100,848
Shelby, NCElectric Glass Fiber America, LLC. (100.00%)
Shelby NC Distillate Fuel Oil 13,853.52

Cleveland County, North Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

For every citizen in the county there are 6,765.41 kilograms of CO2 pollution from electricity consumption. Total emissions in the county are 681,074,168.73 kilograms, which is the 492nd worst total amount of pollution for a county in the United States. Natural Gas makes up 78.06% of the fuel types used for electricity production in Cleveland County. Coal and Solar have the second and third highest total usage, respectively, for electricity production. Coal is used to make 20.68% of electricity production and Solar makes up 1.22% of total production in the county. Cleveland County is home to 4 electricity producing plants, which is 3rd most in North Carolina.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
78.06%
COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
20.68%
SOLAR
Solar
1.22%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.04%

Cleveland County, North Carolina Net Metering

Of the 5 electric suppliers in Cleveland County, 3 of them report that they offer net metering. Some net metering regulations are enacted at the state level, and North Carolina has decent laws and regulations for consumers interested in purchasing personal solar panels.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for companies in Cleveland County is 4.20%. This includes data from 3 suppliers, including Duke Energy Carolinas, Rutherford Electric, and Duke Energy Progress. The countrywide average is 2.87%, resulting in Cleveland County receiving a rank of 1066th best in the US for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Cleveland County:

  • Belwood, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.41%
    • Rutherford Electric: 49.59%
  • Boiling Springs, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Casar, North Carolina:
    • Rutherford Electric: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
  • Earl, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Fallston, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Grover, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Kings Mountain, North Carolina:
    • Rutherford Electric: 6.97%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 48.51%
    • City of Kings Mountain Utilities: 44.52%
  • Kingstown, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Lattimore, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Lawndale, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Patterson Springs, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Polkville, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%
  • Shelby, North Carolina:
    • City of Shelby Utilities: 31.60%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 34.20%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 34.20%
  • Waco, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 100.00%

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

FAQ

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

Cleveland County, North Carolina is home to 4 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Cleveland County, North Carolina?

The largest electricity provider in Cleveland County, North Carolina by megawatt hours sold is Duke Energy Carolinas.

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

There are 5 electricity suppliers serving consumers in Cleveland County, North Carolina.

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Duke Energy Carolinas63,905
2City of Shelby Utilities8,524
3Rutherford Electric5,149
4City of Kings Mountain Utilities4,417
5Duke Energy Progress1,338

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2023-10-02