Electricity rates in Matthews, NC
Matthews (30,678 people, Mecklenburg County) is served by 2 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 Matthews
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Union Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.66¢ | $179 | 87K | 52 |
Power outages in Mecklenburg County right now
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Outage history in Mecklenburg County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 13,510 | 3,580 |
| Days with outages | 302 | 271 |
| Most customers out at once | 116,836 (414.7%) | 14,190 (50.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-11-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (13,510 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stallings 13.9¢
- Indian Trail 13.9¢
- Lake Park 13.9¢
- Hemby Bridge 13.9¢
- Mint Hill 13.9¢
- Weddington 13.9¢
- Wesley Chapel 13.9¢
- Pineville 13.9¢
- Marvin 13.9¢
- Charlotte 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28104, 28105, 28106
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Matthews?
Most homes in Matthews 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 Matthews: Union Electric Membership Corp. (14.66¢).
What is the average electric bill in Matthews?
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 Matthews, NC?
2 utilities serve Matthews's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Union Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Matthews?
In 2025, customers in Mecklenburg County averaged 59 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 271 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-19, when 14,190 customers (50.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.