Electricity rates in Mars Hill, NC
Mars Hill (2,256 people, Madison County) is served by 3 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 Mars Hill
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| French Broad Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 17.07¢ | $138 | 36K | 144 |
| Tennessee Valley Authority | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Madison County right now
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Outage history in Madison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 35,792 | 815 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,310 (686.2%) | 982 (44%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-07-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (35,792 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Weaverville 16.4¢
- Woodfin 16.4¢
- Burnsville 13.9¢
- Asheville 16.4¢
- Swannanoa 16.4¢
- Black Mountain 13.9¢
- Biltmore Forest 16.4¢
- Bent Creek 16.4¢
- Royal Pines 16.4¢
- Avery Creek 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 28754
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mars Hill?
Most homes in Mars Hill 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 Mars Hill: French Broad Electric Member Corp. (17.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mars Hill?
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 Mars Hill, NC?
3 utilities serve Mars Hill's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, French Broad Electric Member Corp., Tennessee Valley Authority. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mars Hill?
In 2025, customers in Madison County averaged 13 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-14, when 982 customers (44%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.