Electricity rates in Sparta, NC
Sparta (1,726 people, Alleghany County) is served by 2 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 Sparta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $142 | 72K | 542 |
Power outages in Alleghany County right now
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Outage history in Alleghany County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,139 | 1,126 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,295 (56.4%) | 2,980 (39.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,139 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Thurmond 13.9¢
- Hays 13.9¢
- Mulberry 13.9¢
- Jefferson 13.9¢
- Fairplains 13.9¢
- West Jefferson 13.9¢
- Millers Creek 13.9¢
- Dobson 13.9¢
- Cricket 13.9¢
- Elkin 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 28675
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sparta?
Most homes in Sparta 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 Sparta: Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp. (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sparta?
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 Sparta, NC?
2 utilities serve Sparta's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Blue Ridge Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sparta?
In 2025, customers in Alleghany County averaged 18 hr 46 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 2,980 customers (39.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.