Electricity rates in Saxapahaw, NC
Saxapahaw (1,648 people, Alamance 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 Saxapahaw
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
Power outages in Alamance County right now
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Outage history in Alamance County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 26,427 | 26,440 |
| Days with outages | 147 | 160 |
| Most customers out at once | 26,704 (2886.9%) | 12,360 (1336.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-20 | 2025-07-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (26,427 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Swepsonville 13.9¢
- Graham 13.9¢
- Haw River 13.9¢
- Pleasant Hill 13.3¢
- Mebane 13.9¢
- Green Level 13.9¢
- Burlington 13.9¢
- Carrboro 13.9¢
- Briar Chapel 13.9¢
- Glen Raven 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27340
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saxapahaw?
Most homes in Saxapahaw 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 Saxapahaw?
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 Saxapahaw, NC?
Duke Energy Carolinas serves Saxapahaw.
How often does the power go out in Saxapahaw?
In 2025, customers in Alamance County averaged 440 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 160 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-07, when 12,360 customers (1336.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.