Electricity rates in Lake Norman of Catawba, NC
Lake Norman of Catawba (5,075 people, Catawba 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 Lake Norman of Catawba
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.23¢ | $149 | 124K | 169 |
Power outages in Catawba County right now
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Outage history in Catawba County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 17,911 | 1,293 |
| Days with outages | 175 | 143 |
| Most customers out at once | 28,303 (346.6%) | 8,638 (105.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-07-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (17,911 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sherrills Ford 13.9¢
- Denver 13.9¢
- Westport 13.9¢
- Mooresville 13.9¢
- Troutman 13.9¢
- Cornelius 13.9¢
- Davidson 13.9¢
- Lowesville 13.9¢
- Claremont 13.9¢
- Huntersville 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28117, 28673, 28682
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lake Norman of Catawba?
Most homes in Lake Norman of Catawba 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 Lake Norman of Catawba: EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. (12.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lake Norman of Catawba?
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 Lake Norman of Catawba, NC?
2 utilities serve Lake Norman of Catawba's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lake Norman of Catawba?
In 2025, customers in Catawba County averaged 21 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 143 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-10, when 8,638 customers (105.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.