Electricity rates in Wilson, NC
Wilson (49,643 people, Wilson County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on City of Wilson pay about 13.53¢/kWh, 8% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Wilson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Wilson | Municipal utility | 13.53¢ | $151 | 32K | 66 |
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
| Edgecombe-Martin County E M C | Electric cooperative | 17.40¢ | $206 | 11K | 104 |
Power outages in Wilson County right now
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Outage history in Wilson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 163 | 88 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,832 (7.9%) | 2,080 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (163 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Elm City 16.4¢
- Lucama 16.4¢
- Sharpsburg 16.4¢
- Fremont 16.4¢
- Kenly 16.4¢
- Pinetops 16.4¢
- Rocky Mount 16.4¢
- Nashville 16.4¢
- Spring Hope 16.4¢
- Farmville 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27893, 27894, 27895, 27896
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wilson?
Most homes in Wilson get power from City of Wilson, where residential customers pay an average of 13.53¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Wilson: Duke Energy Progress (16.45¢), Edgecombe-Martin County E M C (17.40¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wilson?
About $151 a month, based on 1,115 kWh a month (the average for City of Wilson customers) at 13.53¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Wilson, NC?
3 utilities serve Wilson's ZIP codes: City of Wilson, Duke Energy Progress, Edgecombe-Martin County E M C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wilson?
In 2025, customers in Wilson County averaged 88 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 2,080 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.