Electricity rates in Ayden, NC
Ayden (5,053 people, Pitt County) is served by Duke Energy Progress. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Ayden
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in Pitt County right now
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Outage history in Pitt County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 82 | 303 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,438 (25.4%) | 23,397 (29%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-23 | 2025-06-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (82 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Winterville 16.4¢
- Grifton 16.4¢
- Maury 16.4¢
- Greenville 16.4¢
- Farmville 16.4¢
- Snow Hill 16.4¢
- Kinston 13.7¢
- Washington 16.4¢
- Bethel 16.4¢
- La Grange 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 28513
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ayden?
Most homes in Ayden get power from Duke Energy Progress, where residential customers pay an average of 16.45¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Ayden?
About $172 a month, based on 1,046 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Progress customers) at 16.45¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ayden, NC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Ayden.
How often does the power go out in Ayden?
In 2025, customers in Pitt County averaged 5 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-05, when 23,397 customers (29%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.