Cumberland County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Cumberland County, North Carolina Electricity Overview

Cumberland County uses non-renewable fuel types to generate 0.09 megawatt hours per citizen, making them the 22nd highest county in the state for non-renewable generation per capita.

The average monthly residential electric bill in Cumberland County totals $140.92. In contrast, the North Carolina average bill is $129.31

Usage of non-renewable fuels has increased by 3.46% in Cumberland County power generating plants.

Cumberland County produces 90.00% of its electricity from renewable fuels, or 0.82 megawatt hours per citizen each year.

Cumberland County had a 5.86% decline in CO2 emissions per capita during the previous year.

Cumberland County has emissions of 3,524.08 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 2341st worst polluting county in the nation by per capita pollution.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    4,255,673 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.64 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    308,616 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    277,751 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    30,865 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.92 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    1,186,553,702 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    3,524.08 kg

Fayetteville, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Fayetteville are billed a residential electricity rate of 12.43 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 3.27% lower than the average North Carolina price of 12.85 cents and 21.84% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. Power facilities in the city produce, on average, 0.15 megawatt hours per capita from non-renewable fuel sources. The city's facilities use non-renewable fuel types for 96.67% of their electricity generation, which is 30,865 megawatt hours.

Electricity use in Fayetteville results in the release of 793,199,117.15 kilograms of CO2 pollution, which is the 6th largest emissions amount in the state out of 777 cities. Averaging 3,797.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the city ranks 8th worst in the state for pollution per capita. Natural Gas makes up 51.74% of the fuel sources used for electricity production in Fayetteville. Distillate Fuel Oil (45.03%) is also used in the generation of electricity, as well as Solar (3.33%). Fayetteville has the 2nd highest number of power plants of any city in North Carolina, with one total power plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Fayetteville

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.132/kWh$0.104/kWh$169.72/mo.$85.63/mo.
286th12.43¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Fayetteville
208th$120.74Average residential monthly electricity bill for Fayetteville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Fayetteville, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED13.39133.4915,681,736.52,099,700,361
Fayetteville Electric CompanyBUNDLED11.45107.7831,928854,57597,841,000

Zips with electric coverage in Fayetteville, North Carolina include: 28314, 28306, 28348, 28304, 28311, 28303, 28390, 28312, 28301, 28307, 28310 and 3 other zip code(s).

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Hope Mills, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Hope Mills are billed a residential electricity rate of 12.62 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 1.76% lower than the average North Carolina price of 12.85 cents and 20.63% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. The average residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $143.24 per month, while the state average is $129.31. Duke Energy Progress is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emitting 64,696,230.98 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Hope Mills is the 59th highest out of 777 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 3,713.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Hope Mills, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hope Mills

Hope Mills residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.143/kWh$0.096/kWh$180.35/mo.$80.69/mo.
336th12.62¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Hope Mills
584th$143.24Average residential monthly electricity bill for Hope Mills Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Hope Mills, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED13.39133.4915,681,736.52,099,700,361
Lumbee River EMCBUNDLED11.63155.4999,059116,175,700
South River Electric EMCBUNDLED12.64164.33695,89887,954,700

Zips with electric coverage in Hope Mills, North Carolina include: 28306, 28348, 28304, 28371

Eastover, NC Electricity Overview

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On average, citizens of Eastover are billed a residential electricity rate of 13.02 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 1.39% higher than the average North Carolina price of 12.85 cents and 18.08% below the nationwide average of 15.90 cents. The average residential electricity bill for a resident in the city is $148.47 per month, while the state average is $129.31. Duke Energy Progress is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emitting 13,580,972.2 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Eastover is the 216th highest out of 777 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 3,713.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's emission levels. There are no power producing facilities within Eastover, so residents must depend on electricity produced outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Eastover

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.143/kWh$0.096/kWh$180.35/mo.$80.69/mo.
431st13.02¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Eastover
666th$148.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Eastover Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Eastover, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy ProgressBUNDLED13.39133.4915,681,736.52,099,700,361
South River Electric EMCBUNDLED12.64164.33695,89887,954,700

Electricity Production in Cumberland County, North Carolina

Power Plants in Cumberland County, North Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Innovative Solar 46Cypress Creek Renewables (100.00%)
Cumberland County NC Solar 138,900
Innovative Solar 42Innovative Solar 42, LLC (100.00%)
Cumberland County NC Solar 137,788
Butler-Warner Generation PlantFayetteville Electric Company (100.00%)
Fayetteville NC Natural Gas 31,92826,834,435.93840.47

Cumberland County, North Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Cumberland County results in the release of 1,186,553,702.25 kilograms of CO2 pollution, which is 288th largest emissions amount in the nation out of 3230 counties. Averaging 3,524.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, the county ranks 2341st worst for pollution per capita. Solar is the primary fuel in Cumberland County, with 90.00% of electricity production coming from the fuel type. Natural Gas and Distillate Fuel Oil are also primary fuel types in the county, with 5.35% and 4.66% of total electricity production coming from each fuel source, respectively. Cumberland County is home to 3 power generation plants, which is 172nd highest in the country.

SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
90.00%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
5.35%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
4.66%
BATTERIES OR OTHER USE OF ELECTRICITY AS AN ENERGY SOURCE
Batteries or other use of electricity as an energy source
-0.01%

Cumberland County, North Carolina Net Metering

Of the 4 electricity companies in Cumberland County, 2 of them report that they offer net metering. The state has decent net metering and feed in tariffs that make solar and other alternative types of electricity generation more feasible.

Energy Loss

Cumberland County has 4 electricity companies who are reporting energy loss from their power grid. The average energy loss for these providers is 3.75%. With a state average energy loss of 3.47%, Cumberland County is the 26th best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Cumberland County:

  • Eastover, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 51.42%
    • South River Electric EMC: 48.58%
  • Falcon, North Carolina:
    • South River Electric EMC: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 50.00%
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 50.41%
    • Fayetteville Electric Company: 49.59%
  • Hope Mills, North Carolina:
    • Lumbee River EMC: 43.28%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 55.86%
    • South River Electric EMC: 0.86%
  • Linden, North Carolina:
    • South River Electric EMC: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Progress: 50.00%
  • Stedman, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 50.00%
    • South River Electric EMC: 50.00%
  • Wade, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Progress: 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 in Cumberland County, North Carolina?

Cumberland County, North Carolina is home to 3 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Cumberland County, North Carolina?

The largest electricity provider in Cumberland County, North Carolina by total customer count is Fayetteville Electric Company.

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

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Fayetteville Electric Company85,059
2Duke Energy Progress39,307
3South River Electric EMC14,675
4Lumbee River EMC1,264

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

There are 4 electricity companies operating in Cumberland County, North Carolina.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2023-11-09