Electricity rates in South Rosemary, NC
South Rosemary (2,836 people, Halifax County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Virginia Electric & Power Co. pay about 13.32¢/kWh, 10% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving South Rosemary
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $171 | 109K | 286 |
| Roanoke Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 21.80¢ | $256 | 12K | 179 |
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in Halifax County right now
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Outage history in Halifax County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 217 | 667 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,254 (11.3%) | 10,700 (37.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (217 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roanoke Rapids 16.4¢
- Gaston 13.3¢
- Weldon 16.4¢
- Enfield 16.4¢
- Scotland Neck 16.4¢
- Norlina 16.4¢
- Red Oak 16.4¢
- Murfreesboro 13.3¢
- Rocky Mount 16.4¢
- Nashville 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27832, 27870
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Rosemary?
Most homes in South Rosemary get power from Virginia Electric & Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.32¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of South Rosemary: Roanoke Electric Member Corp. (21.80¢), Duke Energy Progress (16.45¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Rosemary?
About $171 a month, based on 1,285 kWh a month (the average for Virginia Electric & Power Co. customers) at 13.32¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in South Rosemary, NC?
3 utilities serve South Rosemary's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Roanoke Electric Member Corp., Duke Energy Progress. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Rosemary?
In 2025, customers in Halifax County averaged 11 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 10,700 customers (37.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.