Electricity rates in Elizabeth City, NC
Elizabeth City (17,988 people, Pasquotank County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Elizabeth City pay about 12.67¢/kWh, 14% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Elizabeth City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Elizabeth City | Municipal utility | 12.67¢ | $145 | 12K | — |
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $171 | 109K | 286 |
| Albemarle Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.96¢ | $209 | 13K | 184 |
Power outages in Pasquotank County right now
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Outage history in Pasquotank County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 54 | 69 |
| Days with outages | 14 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,771 (5.2%) | 1,464 (4.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-11-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (54 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hertford 13.3¢
- Moyock 13.3¢
- Edenton 13.3¢
- Southern Shores 13.3¢
- Kitty Hawk 13.3¢
- Kill Devil Hills 13.3¢
- Plymouth 16.4¢
- Ahoskie 13.3¢
- Manteo 13.3¢
- Nags Head 13.3¢
ZIP codes: 27906, 27907, 27909
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Elizabeth City?
Most homes in Elizabeth City get power from City of Elizabeth City, where residential customers pay an average of 12.67¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Elizabeth City: Virginia Electric & Power Co. (13.32¢), Albemarle Electric Member Corp. (15.96¢).
What is the average electric bill in Elizabeth City?
About $145 a month, based on 1,144 kWh a month (the average for City of Elizabeth City customers) at 12.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Elizabeth City, NC?
3 utilities serve Elizabeth City's ZIP codes: City of Elizabeth City, Virginia Electric & Power Co., Albemarle Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Elizabeth City?
In 2025, customers in Pasquotank County averaged 69 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-26, when 1,464 customers (4.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.