Electricity rates in Lucama, NC
Lucama (1,132 people, Wilson 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 Lucama
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Tri-County Electric Member Corp (NC) | Electric cooperative | 14.00¢ | $182 | 23K | 89 |
Power outages in Wilson County right now
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Outage history in Wilson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 163 | 88 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,832 (7.9%) | 2,080 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (163 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fremont 16.4¢
- Kenly 16.4¢
- Wilson 13.5¢
- Elm City 16.4¢
- Princeton 16.4¢
- Pine Level 16.4¢
- Selma 16.4¢
- Goldsboro 16.4¢
- Sharpsburg 16.4¢
- Wilsons Mills 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27851
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lucama?
Most homes in Lucama 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 Lucama: Tri-County Electric Member Corp (NC) (14.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lucama?
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 Lucama, NC?
2 utilities serve Lucama's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Tri-County Electric Member Corp (NC). Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lucama?
In 2025, customers in Wilson County averaged 88 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 2,080 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.