Electricity rates in Gaston, NC
Gaston (1,067 people, Northampton County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Virginia Electric & Power Co. pay about 13.32¢/kWh, 10% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Gaston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $171 | 109K | 286 |
| Roanoke Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 21.80¢ | $256 | 12K | 179 |
Power outages in Northampton County right now
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Outage history in Northampton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 278 | 1,303 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,976 (32.7%) | 4,999 (82.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-08 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (278 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roanoke Rapids 16.4¢
- South Rosemary 13.3¢
- Weldon 16.4¢
- Enfield 16.4¢
- Scotland Neck 16.4¢
- Murfreesboro 13.3¢
- Norlina 16.4¢
- Red Oak 16.4¢
- Ahoskie 13.3¢
- Rocky Mount 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27832
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gaston?
Most homes in Gaston get power from Virginia Electric & Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.32¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gaston: Roanoke Electric Member Corp. (21.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gaston?
About $171 a month, based on 1,285 kWh a month (the average for Virginia Electric & Power Co. customers) at 13.32¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gaston, NC?
2 utilities serve Gaston's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Roanoke Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gaston?
In 2025, customers in Northampton County averaged 21 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 4,999 customers (82.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.