Electricity rates in Jamestown, NC
Jamestown (3,737 people, Guilford 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 Jamestown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Town of High Point | Municipal utility | 12.29¢ | $114 | 39K | 109 |
Power outages in Guilford County right now
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Outage history in Guilford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,361 | 920 |
| Days with outages | 157 | 152 |
| Most customers out at once | 31,499 (75.4%) | 7,919 (19%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-04 | 2025-06-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,361 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- High Point 13.9¢
- Archdale 13.9¢
- Trinity 13.9¢
- Greensboro 13.9¢
- Pleasant Garden 13.9¢
- Thomasville 13.9¢
- Wallburg 13.9¢
- Kernersville 13.9¢
- Oak Ridge 13.9¢
- Forest Oaks 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27282
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jamestown?
Most homes in Jamestown 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 Jamestown: Town of High Point (12.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jamestown?
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 Jamestown, NC?
2 utilities serve Jamestown's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Town of High Point. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jamestown?
In 2025, customers in Guilford County averaged 15 hr 20 min without power. Outages hit 152 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-27, when 7,919 customers (19%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.