Electricity rates in Trinity, NC
Trinity (6,669 people, Randolph County) is served by 3 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 Trinity
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.23¢ | $149 | 124K | 169 |
| Randolph Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 17.02¢ | $179 | 32K | 225 |
Power outages in Randolph County right now
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Outage history in Randolph County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 513 | 327 |
| Days with outages | 99 | 111 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,494 (14.4%) | 5,065 (16.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-08 | 2025-08-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (513 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Archdale 13.9¢
- High Point 13.9¢
- Thomasville 13.9¢
- Jamestown 13.9¢
- Wallburg 13.9¢
- Randleman 13.9¢
- Midway 13.9¢
- Pleasant Garden 13.9¢
- Welcome 13.9¢
- Lexington 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27370
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Trinity?
Most homes in Trinity 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 Trinity: EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. (12.23¢), Randolph Electric Member Corp. (17.02¢).
What is the average electric bill in Trinity?
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 Trinity, NC?
3 utilities serve Trinity's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp., Randolph Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Trinity?
In 2025, customers in Randolph County averaged 5 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 111 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-25, when 5,065 customers (16.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.