Electricity rates in Grifton, NC
Grifton (2,673 people, Pitt County) is served by Duke Energy Progress. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Grifton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in Pitt County right now
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Outage history in Pitt County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 82 | 303 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,438 (25.4%) | 23,397 (29%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-23 | 2025-06-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (82 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ayden 16.4¢
- Winterville 16.4¢
- Kinston 13.7¢
- Maury 16.4¢
- Snow Hill 16.4¢
- Greenville 16.4¢
- Farmville 16.4¢
- La Grange 16.4¢
- Washington 16.4¢
- River Bend 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 28530
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Grifton?
Most homes in Grifton 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 Grifton?
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 Grifton, NC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Grifton.
How often does the power go out in Grifton?
In 2025, customers in Pitt County averaged 5 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-05, when 23,397 customers (29%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.