Electricity rates in Smithfield, NC
Smithfield (12,022 people, Johnston 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 Smithfield
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in Johnston County right now
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Outage history in Johnston County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,000 | 1,178 |
| Days with outages | 138 | 155 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,385 (46.2%) | 3,387 (24.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-09-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,000 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Selma 16.4¢
- Wilsons Mills 16.4¢
- Pine Level 16.4¢
- Four Oaks 16.4¢
- Princeton 16.4¢
- Clayton 16.4¢
- Archer Lodge 16.4¢
- Kenly 16.4¢
- Benson 16.4¢
- Wendell 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27577
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Smithfield?
Most homes in Smithfield 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 Smithfield?
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 Smithfield, NC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Smithfield.
How often does the power go out in Smithfield?
In 2025, customers in Johnston County averaged 19 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 155 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-19, when 3,387 customers (24.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.