Electricity rates in Benson, NC
Benson (3,591 people, Johnston 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 Benson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| South River Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.34¢ | $200 | 46K | 107 |
Power outages in Johnston County right now
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Outage history in Johnston County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,000 | 1,178 |
| Days with outages | 138 | 155 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,385 (46.2%) | 3,387 (24.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-09-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,000 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Dunn 16.4¢
- Coats 16.4¢
- Four Oaks 16.4¢
- Erwin 16.4¢
- Plain View 16.4¢
- Buies Creek 15.3¢
- Angier 16.4¢
- Smithfield 16.4¢
- Lillington 16.4¢
- Wilsons Mills 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27504
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Benson?
Most homes in Benson 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 Benson: South River Electric Member Corp. (15.34¢).
What is the average electric bill in Benson?
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 Benson, NC?
2 utilities serve Benson's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, South River Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Benson?
In 2025, customers in Johnston County averaged 19 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 155 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-19, when 3,387 customers (24.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.