Electricity Rates in Black mountain s, NC

Residents of Black mountain s, NC benefit from relatively low electricity rates, averaging 15.0¢/kWh — 15.6% below the national average. The city is served by 4 electricity providers, with Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC being the largest.

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Avg. Residential Rate 15.0¢/kWh

vs. North Carolina Avg. 0.0%

vs. National Avg. -15.6%

Providers 4

Electricity Providers in Black mountain s

Utility	Residential Rate	Commercial Rate	Type
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC	14.0¢/kWh	10.0¢/kWh	Investor Owned
Duke Energy Progress - (NC)	16.0¢/kWh	11.0¢/kWh	Investor Owned
French Broad Elec Member Corp	15.0¢/kWh	13.0¢/kWh	Cooperative
Tennessee Valley Authority	N/A	10.0¢/kWh	Federal

Estimated Monthly Electric Bill

Based on the average residential rate of 15.0¢/kWh and typical US household usage of 886 kWh/month:

Black mountain s monthly bill $132.90

Black mountain s annual cost $1594.80

North Carolina avg. monthly $132.90

National avg. monthly $157.53

Solar Savings in Black mountain s

At 15.0¢/kWh, a typical Black mountain s household spends approximately $1594.80/year on electricity. Solar panels could reduce this by 50–90%.

$1196/yr estimated solar savings

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EV Charging Costs in Black mountain s

Charging an electric vehicle at home in Black mountain s costs approximately $135.00/month at current rates, based on average driving habits (about 30 kWh per charge, charged daily). Compare to public charging prices at ChargeBuddy.ai.

Nearby Cities in North Carolina

Moyock 14.0¢/kWh Walkertown 13.0¢/kWh Dudley 14.0¢/kWh Bennett 15.0¢/kWh Asheville 15.0¢/kWh Bunn 16.0¢/kWh Bakersville 14.0¢/kWh Waynesville 15.0¢/kWh

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average electricity rate in Black mountain s, NC?

The average residential electricity rate in Black mountain s, NC is 15.0¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh) based on 2024 data. This translates to an estimated monthly bill of $132.90 for a typical household.

Who provides electricity in Black mountain s?

Black mountain s is served by 4 electricity providers. Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC is the largest provider in the area, though rates and availability vary by specific address.

How do Black mountain s electricity rates compare to the rest of North Carolina?

Black mountain s's average rate of 15.0¢/kWh is close to the North Carolina state average of 15.0¢/kWh. Rates are typical for the region.