Electricity rates in Wake Forest, NC
Wake Forest (38,199 people, Wake 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 Wake Forest
| 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 |
| Wake Electric Membership Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.05¢ | $169 | 56K | 211 |
Power outages in Wake County right now
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Outage history in Wake County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,102 | 993 |
| Days with outages | 185 | 210 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,768 (40.3%) | 12,876 (27.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-06-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,102 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Youngsville 16.4¢
- Rolesville 16.4¢
- Franklinton 13.9¢
- Knightdale 16.4¢
- Creedmoor 13.9¢
- Louisburg 16.4¢
- Zebulon 16.4¢
- Wendell 16.4¢
- Raleigh 16.4¢
- Butner 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27587, 27588
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wake Forest?
Most homes in Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest: Duke Energy Progress (16.45¢), Wake Electric Membership Corp. (15.05¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wake Forest?
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 Wake Forest, NC?
3 utilities serve Wake Forest's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Duke Energy Progress, Wake Electric Membership Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wake Forest?
In 2025, customers in Wake County averaged 16 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 210 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-25, when 12,876 customers (27.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.