Electricity rates in Red Oak, NC
Red Oak (3,424 people, Nash County) is served by Duke Energy Progress. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Red Oak
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in Nash County right now
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Outage history in Nash County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 270 | 242 |
| Days with outages | 65 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,902 (22.5%) | 3,455 (13.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-03 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (270 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Nashville 16.4¢
- Rocky Mount 16.4¢
- Sharpsburg 16.4¢
- Spring Hope 16.4¢
- Elm City 16.4¢
- Enfield 16.4¢
- Wilson 13.5¢
- Louisburg 16.4¢
- Pinetops 16.4¢
- Tarboro 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27868
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Red Oak?
Most homes in Red Oak 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Red Oak?
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 Red Oak, NC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Red Oak.
How often does the power go out in Red Oak?
In 2025, customers in Nash County averaged 4 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 3,455 customers (13.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.