Electricity rates in Mineral Springs, NC
Mineral Springs (2,908 people, Union 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 Mineral Springs
| 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 Union County right now
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Outage history in Union County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 827 | 285 |
| Days with outages | 88 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 25,878 (39.6%) | 6,273 (9.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (827 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Waxhaw 13.9¢
- Wesley Chapel 13.9¢
- Monroe 13.9¢
- Weddington 13.9¢
- Marvin 13.9¢
- Indian Trail 13.9¢
- Lake Park 13.9¢
- Stallings 13.9¢
- Hemby Bridge 13.9¢
- Matthews 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28108
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mineral Springs?
Most homes in Mineral Springs 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 Mineral Springs: Union Electric Membership Corp. (14.66¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mineral Springs?
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 Mineral Springs, NC?
2 utilities serve Mineral Springs'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 Mineral Springs?
In 2025, customers in Union County averaged 4 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-22, when 6,273 customers (9.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.