Electricity rates in Northlakes, NC
Northlakes (1,534 people, Caldwell County) is served by 3 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 Northlakes
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $142 | 72K | 542 |
| EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.23¢ | $149 | 124K | 169 |
Power outages in Caldwell County right now
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Outage history in Caldwell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,734 | 97 |
| Days with outages | 62 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 37,284 (86.1%) | 2,026 (4.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,734 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rhodhiss 13.9¢
- Granite Falls 13.9¢
- Longview 13.9¢
- Hickory 13.9¢
- Bethlehem 13.9¢
- Hildebran 13.9¢
- Saint Stephens 13.9¢
- Sawmills 13.9¢
- Icard 13.9¢
- Mountain View 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28601, 28630, 28667
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Northlakes?
Most homes in Northlakes 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 Northlakes: Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. (15.71¢), EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. (12.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Northlakes?
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 Northlakes, NC?
3 utilities serve Northlakes's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp., EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Northlakes?
In 2025, customers in Caldwell County averaged 97 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-10, when 2,026 customers (4.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.