Electricity rates in Jefferson, NC
Jefferson (1,606 people, Ashe 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 Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $142 | 72K | 542 |
Power outages in Ashe County right now
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Outage history in Ashe County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 7,858 | 948 |
| Days with outages | 55 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 22,258 (127.1%) | 5,984 (34.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-02-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (7,858 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Jefferson 13.9¢
- Boone 12.7¢
- Sparta 13.9¢
- Mulberry 13.9¢
- Millers Creek 13.9¢
- Blowing Rock 13.9¢
- Hays 13.9¢
- Cricket 13.9¢
- Fairplains 13.9¢
- Foscoe 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 28640
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson?
Most homes in Jefferson 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 Jefferson: Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson?
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 Jefferson, NC?
2 utilities serve Jefferson's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in Ashe County averaged 15 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-12, when 5,984 customers (34.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.