Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Electricity Overview

In Mecklenburg County, 19,280,946 megawatt hours of electricity are generated from non-renewable sources. Mecklenburg County is 21st in the US out of 3221 counties for total electricity generation from non-renewable fuels.

Residents of Mecklenburg County are paying, on average, 28.19% less per kilowatt hour at home than the nationwide average, at 11.29 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 15.72 cents per kilowatt hour.

Mecklenburg County generates 100.00% of their electricity from non-renewable fuel sources. This equates to 17.51 megawatt hours per citizen and ranks Mecklenburg County as the 11th highest county in North Carolina out of 100 counties for non-renewable production per capita per year.

Mecklenburg County ranks 2nd out of 100 counties in the state for total electricity usage, with its population using over 14,300,000 megawatt hours.

Mecklenburg County emits 0 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the North Carolina average of 2,229.93.

With 1,100,984 residents living within the county and 19,280,946 megawatt hours produced each year, Mecklenburg County has a per capita production rate of 17.51 megawatt hours. This is the 586th largest megawatt hour per capita amount in the nation.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    14,396,465 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    13.08 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    19,280,946 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    19,280,946 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    17.51 MWh

Charlotte, NC Electricity Overview

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Charlotte's residents pay an average residential electricity rate of 11.17 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 10.62% lower than North Carolina's average rate of 12.49 cents, ranking the city at 169th best for average electricity rate out of 777 cities in the state. Duke Energy Carolinas sells an estimated 1,122,522.65 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other provider. The average residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $109.57 per month, while the North Carolina average is $137.65.

Charlotte emits 3,714.22 kilograms of CO2 pollution per capita from electricity use, which makes it the 414th highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 3,212,321,668.91 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use, ranking the city highest for total pollution in North Carolina. The city is home to zero power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Charlotte

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.124/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
169th11.17¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Charlotte
157th$109.57Average residential monthly electricity bill for Charlotte Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Charlotte, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.13107.8621,560,2112,400,085,254
Energy United Electric Member CorpBUNDLED11.15131.781,651,446184,112,000
Union PowerBUNDLED12.18150.881,180,194143,760,000

Zips with electric coverage in Charlotte, North Carolina include: 28269, 28277, 28078, 28215, 28227, 28216, 28205, 28210, 28212, 28213, 28105 and 20 other zip code(s).

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Huntersville, NC Electricity Overview

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Huntersville's residents pay an average residential electricity rate of 11.51 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 7.89% lower than North Carolina's average rate of 12.49 cents, ranking the city at 202nd best for average electricity rate out of 777 cities in the state. Huntersville Utilities sells an estimated 256,240.61 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other provider. The average residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $117.38 per month, while the North Carolina average is $137.65.

Huntersville emits 3,714.22 kilograms of CO2 pollution per capita from electricity use, which makes it the 44th highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 223,469,795.53 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use, ranking the city 16th highest for total pollution in North Carolina. The city is home to zero power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Huntersville

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.124/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
202nd11.51¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Huntersville
197th$117.38Average residential monthly electricity bill for Huntersville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Huntersville, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.13107.8621,560,2112,400,085,254
Energy United Electric Member CorpBUNDLED11.15131.781,651,446184,112,000
Huntersville UtilitiesBUNDLED12.26112.7977,9329,551,700

Zips with electric coverage in Huntersville, North Carolina include: 28027, 28078, 28216, 28031

Cornelius, NC Electricity Overview

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Cornelius' residents pay an average residential electricity rate of 11.28 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 9.73% lower than North Carolina's average rate of 12.49 cents, ranking the city at 180th best for average electricity rate out of 777 cities in the state. Cornelius, North Carolina Electric Utility sells an estimated 53,774.64 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other provider. The average residential electric bill for a resident in the city is $111.82 per month, while the North Carolina average is $137.65.

Cornelius emits 3,714.22 kilograms of CO2 pollution per capita from electricity use, which makes it the 44th highest polluting city out of 777 cities in North Carolina based on emissions per capita. This adds up to total emissions of 114,862,271.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use, ranking the city 33rd highest for total pollution in North Carolina. The city is home to zero power plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Cornelius

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.124/kWh$0.093/kWh$155.51/mo.$70.76/mo.
180th11.28¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Cornelius
175th$111.82Average residential monthly electricity bill for Cornelius Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Cornelius, North Carolina

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Cornelius, North Carolina Electric UtilityBUNDLED11.6292.1132,930.443,825,431.21
Duke Energy CarolinasBUNDLED11.13107.8621,560,2112,400,085,254
Energy United Electric Member CorpBUNDLED11.15131.781,651,446184,112,000

Zips with electric coverage in Cornelius, North Carolina include: 28078, 28031, 28036

Electricity Production in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

Power Plants in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Mecklenburg County NC Nuclear 19,280,946

Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Mecklenburg County emits 0 kilograms of CO2 pollution per capita from electricity consumption, which makes it the 95th worst polluting county out of 100 counties in the state and 2929th out of 3221 counties nationally. Total emissions in the county are 0 kilograms, which is the 2929th highest total amount of emissions for any county in the nation. The county is home to one electricity producing plant. Mecklenburg County's fuel of choice is Nuclear, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from this fuel source.

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Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Net Metering

Mecklenburg County has 3 out of 6 electricity providers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. Consumers in North Carolina have above average net metering regulations that encourage the installation of solar.

Energy Loss

The county has 4 companies who are reporting energy loss. The average energy loss for these companies is 4.40%. With a state average energy loss of 4.11%, Mecklenburg County is the 43rd best county in North Carolina for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Mecklenburg County:

  • Charlotte, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 95.41%
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 1.36%
    • Union Power: 3.23%
  • Cornelius, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 35.56%
    • Cornelius, North Carolina Electric Utility: 28.88%
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 35.56%
  • Davidson, North Carolina:
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 50.00%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.00%
  • Huntersville, North Carolina:
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 34.07%
    • Energy United Electric Member Corp: 33.00%
    • Huntersville Utilities: 32.93%
  • Matthews, North Carolina:
    • Union Power: 26.38%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 73.62%
  • Mint Hill, North Carolina:
    • Union Power: 49.65%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.35%
  • Pineville, North Carolina:
    • Pineville Electric Utility: 49.82%
    • Duke Energy Carolinas: 50.18%

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

FAQ

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

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

There is one power plant located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina

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

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

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

There are 6 electricity providers operating in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2023-09-30