Electricity rates in Belhaven, NC
Belhaven (1,602 people, Beaufort County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Belhaven
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Tideland Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 17.29¢ | $169 | 22K | 205 |
Power outages in Beaufort County right now
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Outage history in Beaufort County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 187 | 207 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,487 (12.6%) | 2,661 (13.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-10-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (187 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Plymouth 16.4¢
- Washington 16.4¢
- Bayboro 16.4¢
- Williamston 16.4¢
- Edenton 13.3¢
- Windsor 13.3¢
- Fairfield Harbour 16.4¢
- New Bern 16.4¢
- James City 16.4¢
- Robersonville 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27810
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Belhaven?
Most homes in Belhaven 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Belhaven: Tideland Electric Member Corp. (17.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Belhaven?
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 Belhaven, NC?
2 utilities serve Belhaven's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Tideland Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Belhaven?
In 2025, customers in Beaufort County averaged 3 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-30, when 2,661 customers (13.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.