Electricity rates in Franklinton, NC
Franklinton (2,135 people, Franklin County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Carolinas pay about 13.94¢/kWh, 6% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Franklinton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Wake Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.05¢ | $169 | 56K | 211 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 336 | 249 |
| Days with outages | 63 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,287 (19.4%) | 4,562 (16.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-07-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (336 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Youngsville 16.4¢
- Louisburg 16.4¢
- Wake Forest 13.9¢
- Rolesville 16.4¢
- Creedmoor 13.9¢
- South Henderson 16.4¢
- Henderson 16.4¢
- Oxford 16.4¢
- Butner 13.9¢
- Zebulon 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27525
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklinton?
Most homes in Franklinton get power from Duke Energy Carolinas, where residential customers pay an average of 13.94¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Franklinton: Duke Energy Progress (16.45¢), Wake Electric Membership Corp. (15.05¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklinton?
About $139 a month, based on 996 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Carolinas customers) at 13.94¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Franklinton, NC?
3 utilities serve Franklinton's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Duke Energy Progress, Wake Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklinton?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 4 hr 9 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-13, when 4,562 customers (16.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.