Electricity rates in Siler City, NC
Siler City (8,396 people, Chatham County) is served by 4 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 Siler City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Randolph Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 17.02¢ | $179 | 32K | 225 |
| Central Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 16.19¢ | $232 | 21K | 268 |
Power outages in Chatham County right now
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Outage history in Chatham County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,771 | 5,783 |
| Days with outages | 146 | 166 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,387 (326.2%) | 8,540 (224.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-08 | 2025-07-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (4,771 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pleasant Hill 13.3¢
- Ramseur 16.4¢
- Liberty 13.9¢
- Franklinville 13.9¢
- Pittsboro 13.9¢
- Saxapahaw 13.9¢
- Asheboro 13.9¢
- Randleman 13.9¢
- Briar Chapel 13.9¢
- Robbins 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27344
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Siler City?
Most homes in Siler City 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 Siler City: Duke Energy Progress (16.45¢), Randolph Electric Member Corp. (17.02¢), Central Electric Membership Corp. (16.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Siler City?
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 Siler City, NC?
4 utilities serve Siler City's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Duke Energy Progress, Randolph Electric Member Corp., Central Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Siler City?
In 2025, customers in Chatham County averaged 96 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 166 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-07, when 8,540 customers (224.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.