Electricity rates in Biltmore Forest, NC
Biltmore Forest (1,441 people, Buncombe 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 Biltmore Forest
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Buncombe County right now
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Outage history in Buncombe County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 45,467 | 1,259 |
| Days with outages | 190 | 171 |
| Most customers out at once | 223,578 (688%) | 20,155 (62%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (45,467 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Royal Pines 16.4¢
- Bent Creek 16.4¢
- Asheville 16.4¢
- Avery Creek 16.4¢
- Fletcher 13.9¢
- Hoopers Creek 13.9¢
- Woodfin 16.4¢
- Swannanoa 16.4¢
- Mills River 13.9¢
- Weaverville 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 28776, 28803, 28813
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Biltmore Forest?
Most homes in Biltmore Forest 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 Biltmore Forest?
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 Biltmore Forest, NC?
2 utilities serve Biltmore Forest's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Biltmore Forest?
In 2025, customers in Buncombe County averaged 20 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 171 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 20,155 customers (62%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.