Duke Energy Carolinas Electricity Rates
Duke Energy Carolinas residential customers pay an average of 14.0¢/kWh (EIA-861, 2024, bundled service), or about $138.61 per month — 1% below the North Carolina state average. See what your bill looks like at that rate below.
14.0¢/kWh
EIA-861, 2024, bundled
$138.61
per month, residential
-1%
14.1¢/kWh state avg
What a Duke Energy Carolinas bill looks like by usage
Monthly cost at Duke Energy Carolinas's effective 14.0¢/kWh rate vs the North Carolina average of 14.1¢/kWh. U.S. homes average about 863 kWh/month.
| Monthly usage | Duke Energy Carolinas | NC average |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $69.76 | $70.65 |
| 750 kWh | $104.64 | $105.98 |
| 1,000 kWh | $139.51 | $141.30 |
| 1,250 kWh | $174.39 | $176.63 |
| 1,500 kWh | $209.27 | $211.95 |
| 2,000 kWh | $279.03 | $282.60 |
Duke Energy Carolinas rates by state
Rates and average bills differ in each state Duke Energy Carolinas serves.
| State | Rate | Avg bill | Customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 13.9¢/kWh | $137.16/mo | 1,919,372 |
| South Carolina | 14.0¢/kWh | $143.51/mo | 568,586 |
EV charging cost on Duke Energy Carolinas
Rate is pre-filled to Duke Energy Carolinas's 14.0¢/kWh. Enter your car's battery size.
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