Electricity rates in Rutherford College, NC
Rutherford College (1,341 people, Burke County) is served by Duke Energy Carolinas. Homes on Duke Energy Carolinas pay about 13.94¢/kWh, 6% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Rutherford College
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
Power outages in Burke County right now
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Outage history in Burke County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 14,102 | 296 |
| Days with outages | 75 | 61 |
| Most customers out at once | 35,178 (178.2%) | 2,199 (11.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (14,102 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Connelly Springs 13.9¢
- Valdese 13.9¢
- Icard 13.9¢
- Drexel 13.9¢
- Rhodhiss 13.9¢
- Sawmills 13.9¢
- Cajahs Mountain 13.9¢
- Hildebran 13.9¢
- Granite Falls 13.9¢
- Hudson 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28671
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rutherford College?
Most homes in Rutherford College 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Rutherford College?
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 Rutherford College, NC?
Duke Energy Carolinas serves Rutherford College.
How often does the power go out in Rutherford College?
In 2025, customers in Burke County averaged 4 hr 56 min without power. Outages hit 61 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 2,199 customers (11.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.