Electricity rates in Louisburg, NC
Louisburg (3,553 people, Franklin County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Louisburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Wake Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.05¢ | $169 | 56K | 211 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 336 | 249 |
| Days with outages | 63 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,287 (19.4%) | 4,562 (16.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-07-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (336 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Franklinton 13.9¢
- Youngsville 16.4¢
- Wake Forest 13.9¢
- Rolesville 16.4¢
- Spring Hope 16.4¢
- South Henderson 16.4¢
- Henderson 16.4¢
- Zebulon 16.4¢
- Nashville 16.4¢
- Creedmoor 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27549
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Louisburg?
Most homes in Louisburg get power from Duke Energy Progress, where residential customers pay an average of 16.45¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Louisburg: Wake Electric Membership Corp. (15.05¢).
What is the average electric bill in Louisburg?
About $172 a month, based on 1,046 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Progress customers) at 16.45¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Louisburg, NC?
2 utilities serve Louisburg's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Wake Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Louisburg?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 4 hr 9 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-13, when 4,562 customers (16.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.