Electricity rates in Lincolnton, NC
Lincolnton (10,900 people, Lincoln County) is served by 3 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 Lincolnton
| 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 |
| Rutherford Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 13.18¢ | $151 | 72K | 149 |
Power outages in Lincoln County right now
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Outage history in Lincoln County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,222 | 427 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 65 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,646 (92.5%) | 6,555 (25.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,222 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Maiden 13.9¢
- Cherryville 13.9¢
- Tryon 13.9¢
- Dallas 13.9¢
- Stanley 13.9¢
- Bessemer City 13.9¢
- Denver 13.9¢
- Newton 13.9¢
- Lowesville 13.9¢
- Ranlo 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28092, 28093
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lincolnton?
Most homes in Lincolnton 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 Lincolnton: EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. (12.23¢), Rutherford Electric Member Corp. (13.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lincolnton?
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 Lincolnton, NC?
3 utilities serve Lincolnton's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp., Rutherford Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lincolnton?
In 2025, customers in Lincoln County averaged 7 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 65 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-30, when 6,555 customers (25.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.