Electricity rates in Haw River, NC
Haw River (2,402 people, Alamance County) is served by 2 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 Haw River
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Piedmont Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 16.46¢ | $196 | 31K | 503 |
Power outages in Alamance County right now
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Outage history in Alamance County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 26,427 | 26,440 |
| Days with outages | 147 | 160 |
| Most customers out at once | 26,704 (2886.9%) | 12,360 (1336.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-20 | 2025-07-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (26,427 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Green Level 13.9¢
- Graham 13.9¢
- Burlington 13.9¢
- Swepsonville 13.9¢
- Mebane 13.9¢
- Glen Raven 13.9¢
- Elon 13.9¢
- Gibsonville 13.9¢
- Saxapahaw 13.9¢
- Hillsborough 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27258
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Haw River?
Most homes in Haw River 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 Haw River: Piedmont Electric Member Corp. (16.46¢).
What is the average electric bill in Haw River?
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 Haw River, NC?
2 utilities serve Haw River's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Piedmont Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Haw River?
In 2025, customers in Alamance County averaged 440 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 160 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-07, when 12,360 customers (1336.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.