Electricity rates in Lowell, NC
Lowell (3,649 people, Gaston County) is served by Duke Energy Carolinas. Homes on Duke Energy Carolinas pay about 13.94¢/kWh, 6% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Lowell
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
Power outages in Gaston County right now
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Outage history in Gaston County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,660 | 367 |
| Days with outages | 125 | 93 |
| Most customers out at once | 52,626 (111.5%) | 5,954 (12.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-04-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,660 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ranlo 13.9¢
- Cramerton 13.9¢
- Belmont 13.9¢
- Gastonia 13.9¢
- Dallas 13.9¢
- Mount Holly 13.9¢
- Stanley 13.9¢
- South Gastonia 13.9¢
- Bessemer City 13.9¢
- Lowesville 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28098
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lowell?
Most homes in Lowell 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Lowell?
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 Lowell, NC?
Duke Energy Carolinas serves Lowell.
How often does the power go out in Lowell?
In 2025, customers in Gaston County averaged 6 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 93 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-03, when 5,954 customers (12.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.